2013 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · MW62 VKS

The Hyundai i10’s roadworthiness record shows a clear pattern of deferred maintenance, with critical faults repeatedly failing to be addressed. The most recent MOT on 27 May 2026 at 55,843 miles passed with no defects, but this followed a failure just twelve days earlier—on 15 May 2026—where the tester flagged excessively corroded rear brake pipes (a serious safety risk), a binding near-side front lower suspension arm ball joint , and a non-functional position lamp. This suggests the vehicle was only just brought up to standard after prolonged neglect, as the same corroded brake pipes had already caused a failure in May 2025. The suspension issues—worn ball joints and deteriorated dust covers—also recur, indicating a lack of proactive checks rather than sudden component failure. The car’s low annual mileage—around 4,296 miles over its lifetime—implies either infrequent use or long periods of inactivity, which may explain why some wear (like tyre tread and brake corrosion) has progressed unevenly. The gap between the 2024 MOT (44,908 miles) and the 2025 tests (50,686 miles) covers roughly a year, yet the mileage increase suggests the vehicle was driven sporadically rather than stored. More concerning is the fact that the same corroded brake pipes and worn suspension components resurfaced after only a year, pointing to either delayed repairs or a previous owner who prioritised passing the MOT over addressing underlying issues. For a buyer, the priority must be a thorough inspection of the brake hydraulic system , particularly the rubber brake pipes for corrosion and leaks, as these have failed twice in under a year. The suspension components —front lower arm ball joints, anti-roll bar linkages, and dust covers—should be checked for excessive wear or play, as these have been flagged consistently. Tyre condition, while not a structural risk, indicates a history of neglect; the 2025 failures for near-legal tread depths suggest basic upkeep was skipped. Finally, the registration plate lamp failure in 2025, though minor, hints at electrical or wiring issues that may need verification. The vehicle’s MOT history reveals a trend of reactive rather than preventative maintenance, with critical safety-related items (brake pipes, suspension) only addressed when they reached failure point. While the most recent test passed, the underlying issues demand immediate attention—any buyer should factor in the cost of rectifying these faults before purchase, as they are unlikely to have been resolved permanently.