2023 Hyundai I10 Premium MPI 1.2L Petrol · RF23 SFJ

A single MOT entry exists for this 2023 Hyundai i10 Premium MPI, dated 22 June 2026, and it passed with only one minor advisory recorded against the offside front windscreen wiper blade, which was noted as starting to split under section 3.4 (b) (i). On the available evidence, the roadworthiness record is essentially clean, with no advisories against brakes, suspension, tyres, exhaust integrity, corrosion, lights, or steering, and no history of failures. A single defect item across the vehicle's testing life does not establish a mechanical pattern, but it is worth noting that the absence of further entries means the dataset is limited, so the overall trend can only be described as uneventful at present. Against an age of roughly three years, the recorded mileage of 15,862 miles equates to an annual accumulation of approximately 5,287 miles, which sits well below the typical usage rate for a car of this age and class. This level of driving suggests predominantly short-trip, urban use rather than sustained high-mileage motorway running, which carries particular mechanical implications for a small petrol MPI unit of this type. Low annual mileage more commonly accelerates issues such as oil seal drying, coolant system stagnation, and occasional difficulty in maintaining battery state of charge, while brake discs and pads can suffer low-speed corrosion due to insufficient heat cycling. Conversely, clutch, gearbox synchros, and drivetrain wear are likely to be minimal at this mileage, and the underside structural components will not have endured extensive exposure to winter road salt over high mileages. For a prospective buyer, the only item physically flagged in the MOT record is the offside front wiper blade, and a straightforward replacement should resolve the 3.4 (b) (i) defect without any further inspection required. Given the predominantly low-speed usage implied by the mileage, particular attention should be paid on the test drive to brake pedal feel and any judder or vibration under light to moderate braking, as low-mileage cars frequently exhibit uneven pad transfer or light surface corrosion on the discs, which can produce a pulsing sensation through the pedal. Listen for any clonks or knocks from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which could indicate worn strut top mounts or anti-roll bar bushes that have aged despite low mileage. Finally, check for any signs of oil misting around the cam cover or spark plug area, ensure the engine starts promptly from cold without excessive cranking, and verify that all electrical ancillaries, including the air conditioning system fitted to Premium trim, operate as expected.