2015 Hyundai I30 1.6L Diesel · NL65 VME

The MOT record tells a story of essentially clean roadworthiness, punctuated only by a single, easily remedied lighting fault and a tyre‑wear advisory five years ago; the most recent test in April 2026 passed without any recorded defects, confirming that no new failures have emerged since the 2025 retest that corrected the off‑side rear stop lamp. This pattern suggests the vehicle has not suffered recurring mechanical or safety‑related problems during its recent testing history. At 75,266 mi the car averages roughly 6,800 mi per year, a mileage rate that sits comfortably within normal usage for a 2015 model. There are no extended gaps in the MOT chronology, indicating the vehicle has been kept on the road and subjected to regular annual inspections. Such a steady accumulation of miles typically translates to progressive wear on consumables—tyres, brake pads, suspension bushes and engine oil—rather than sudden, high‑stress episodes, so any emerging issues are likely to be gradual and observable during a thorough test drive. Given the 2021 advisory that both front tyres were close to the legal tread limit, a prospective buyer should inspect the current tyre tread depth, sidewall condition and uniformity of wear; look for cupping, feathering or excessive wear on the inner or outer edges, and listen for a humming or thumping noise when cruising at moderate speed, which can indicate tyre or wheel imbalance. Verify that the off‑side rear stop lamp now operates correctly, and check the remaining exterior lighting (headlamps, indicators, brake lights) for consistent illumination, as the MOT failure was limited to that single lamp and was presumably rectified before the subsequent pass. Beyond the items explicitly flagged, it is prudent to assess the usual wear points that accompany 75 k miles: press the brake pedal firmly and note any pulsation or sponginess that could hint at warped discs or air in the lines; while driving over a speed bump, listen for knocks that may reveal worn suspension bushes or deteriorated coil‑spring mounts; and observe whether the steering remains centred without a noticeable pull to either side, which would suggest alignment or steering‑rack wear. Confirm that the exhaust is free of excessive smoke or rattles, and that there are no visible oil leaks around the engine bay or under the chassis, as these are common developments at this mileage even when the MOT history shows no defects.