2009 Hyundai I30 1.4L Petrol · PY59 CTF

The 2009 Hyundai i30 passed its most recent MOT on 22 October 2025 at 46,872 miles, but the record reveals a stable pattern of minor, recurring defects rather than a clean bill of health. The tester flagged a persistent oil leak, rear sub-frame corrosion, and uneven front tyre wear at the same mileage as the pass date. This suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a functional standard rather than a meticulous one. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, with no sudden deterioration, yet the same issues appear year-on-year without clear evidence of permanent repair. The mileage pattern is notably low for a seventeen-year-old vehicle. Between 22 October 2025 at 46,872 miles and 29 October 2022 at 29,366 miles, the car covered roughly 17,500 miles in three years, averaging under 6,000 miles annually. The jump from 37,052 miles in October 2024 to 46,872 miles in October 2025 represents nearly 10,000 miles in a single year, a sharp acceleration after a period of very light use. That sudden increase could indicate a change in ownership or usage pattern, and it places fresh demand on components that may have deteriorated during earlier periods of low activity. The recurring sub-frame corrosion advisory, present in four of the five recorded tests, warrants close physical inspection. Surface corrosion on a rear sub-frame is common on older vehicles, but the tester has repeatedly noted it as a monitored condition rather than a failure. A buyer should verify whether the corrosion has progressed to structural weakness, particularly around mounting points and suspension pickup areas. The persistent oil leak, also flagged across multiple tests, requires identification of its source. Common culprits on this model include the valve cover gasket, oil filter housing, or crankshaft seals. Left unresolved, even minor leaks can contaminate rubber components and degrade over time. The braking system shows a history of uneven wear and intermittent binding. The nearside rear service brake was excessively binding in the October 2025 failure, then passed six days later, suggesting either a simple adjustment or a temporary fix. Rear brake discs and pads have been flagged for wear and pitting across multiple years. Front tyres wearing on inner edges, noted in both 2025 tests, points to possible tracking misalignment or worn suspension bushes. A buyer should inspect the rear calipers for free movement, check the condition of all brake discs for lipping and scoring, and have the front suspension geometry verified before committing to purchase.