2012 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · OW12 MOU

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, having a clean pass in its most recent MOT test on 7 May 2026 at 55,057 miles. This reflects an improving trend in maintenance standards following a more problematic inspection two years prior. The two most recent tests show no recorded defects, suggesting the current owner has addressed previous mechanical concerns and maintained the vehicle to a functional standard. The mileage profile is notably low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,933 miles per year. Between May 2022 and May 2026, the car covered just 24,595 miles, showing a consistent pattern of low usage. While low mileage typically reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, it often increases the risk of material degradation in rubber-based components, which is evidenced by the 2024 failure record. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the rubber components. The 2024 test at 43,222 miles flagged severely deteriorated ball joint dust covers on both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arms, alongside perishing tyres on the front and the offside rear. These issues are classic signs of age-related dry rot and cracking rather than mileage-induced wear. Verify that the suspension boots are now supple supple and check the sidewalls of all tyres for further cracking, as the low mileage does not prevent these materials from becoming brittle over time.