2016 Hyundai I20 1.4L Diesel · RE66 VCT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive ownership. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 64,558 miles, this followed a significant failure just four days prior where multiple safety defects were identified. The trend suggests the owner tends to only address faults when forced by an MOT failure, evidenced by the recurring appearance of neglected components between testing intervals. The mileage profile is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,400 miles per annum. Between the 2023 test at 52,937 miles and the October 2024 test at 61,628 miles, the car covered nearly 9,000 miles, showing steady use. The vehicle has not been excessively driven, yet the rapid accumulation of nearly 3,000 miles between the two most recent tests indicates that components are being pushed to the point of failure shortly before the next annual inspection. A buyer must scrutinise the ABS system and electronic stability control, as both triggered faults in both 2024 and 2025. The 2025 failure specifically highlighted an inoperative Malfunction Indicator Lamp, which suggests potential electrical issues or sensor failures that may not be fully diagnosed. Furthermore, the braking system shows clear neglect; the tester flagged thin pads on all axles and significantly worn front discs in October 2025, indicating that basic service intervals were ignored for several months. The tyres also require close attention, with the nearside front being noted as worn on the edge in the October 2025 test. This specific wear pattern often points to incorrect alignment or worn suspension bushes. A physical inspection should verify that the mechanical repairs made following the October 2025 failure were completed thoroughly and that the underlying electronic faults have been resolved rather than merely cleared.