2018 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · NV18 LPO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from clean records to emerging consumable wear. The most recent test in March 2026 at 41,267 miles flagged thin material on both the nearside and offside front brake pads, alongside perishing on the rear tyres. While the car passed the test, these advisories indicate that the vehicle is entering a phase requiring routine replacement of wear items that were pristine in previous years. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,158 miles per year. Data reveals a significant period of low use between 2022 and 2023, where the car covered only 488 miles in a full year. However, there is a sharp increase in usage between March 2024 and March 2026, covering 27,770 miles in just two years. This change in patterns often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber-based components, which is consistent with the perishing sidewalls noted in the latest MOT inspection. A buyer should physically inspect the condition of all four tyres, as the March 2026 record specifically highlighted cracking and perishing on the rear axle. This condition often occurs in vehicles that sit for long periods and can lead to structural failure of the tyre. The front brake pads should be measured to determine remaining life, as the tester noted they were nearing the legal limit. Given the previous failure of the washer jet in 2025, the buyer should also verify that the fluid system is fully functional to ensure basic maintenance has been addressed by the current owner.