2014 Hyundai I30 1.4L Petrol · NG63 USN

The 2014 Hyundai i30 passed its most recent MOT on 5 June 2026 at 77,132 miles, just twelve days ago. The maintenance trend is broadly stable but shows a recurring pattern of minor front suspension and brake wear rather than a clean bill of health. The tester flagged a worn nearside front lower suspension arm rear bush and scored front brake discs in this latest check, both of which are familiar issues on this vehicle. There is no evidence of sudden structural deterioration or dangerous corrosion, and the car has never failed an MOT, suggesting a baseline level of care from previous owners. The mileage progression is consistent and unremarkable for a twelve-year-old car. From 45,673 miles in July 2022 to 72,277 miles in June 2025, the car covered roughly 26,600 miles in three years, then added 4,855 miles in the following twelve months. That slight drop in annual mileage over the last year could indicate lighter use or a change in ownership pattern. There are no suspicious gaps in the annual test record, with each MOT filed within a few weeks of the anniversary, which suggests the car has been kept on the road continuously rather than sitting unused for long periods. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and braking system during any in-person inspection. The nearside front lower suspension arm bush has appeared as an advisory in three of the last four tests, including June 2024, June 2025, and June 2026, which points to a component that has been borderline for some time and may now need replacement. Front brake discs have also been flagged as worn or scored in three consecutive tests from 2023 through 2026, indicating either poor disc quality, a caliper issue, or simply deferred replacement. The oil leak advisory noted in June 2025 was not repeated in 2026, but it is worth checking the engine and gearbox area for any fresh weeping or staining. Beyond the flagged items, inspect the underside for corrosion on subframes, brake lines, and suspension mounting points, as these are common failure points on older i30s. Check the condition of the rear brake components, which drew attention in 2023, and verify that the nearside front tyre wear is even, given the persistent bush wear. The car presents as a mechanically sound example with no serious defects, but the accumulating minor advisories suggest a buyer should budget for front suspension and brake work in the near term.