2016 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · RJ66 VHH

This 2016 Hyundai I20 presents a stable and improving mechanical trend, culminating in a clean bill of health at its most recent MOT on 16 March 2026 at 23,829 miles, where the tester recorded zero defects. The vehicle had previously failed on tyre condition in 2021 and 2022, but those advisories were addressed promptly, and the subsequent three consecutive passes with no flagged items demonstrate consistent, responsible upkeep. There are no recurring structural, suspension, or braking defects in the record, which is a strong indicator that basic preventative maintenance has been maintained. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging just 2,383 miles per year. The record shows steady, incremental accumulation: 11,311 miles in October 2021, 13,557 miles in October 2022, 16,204 miles in October 2023, 18,515 miles in October 2024, and 23,829 miles by March 2026. That final interval saw a jump of 5,314 miles over roughly five months, a noticeable acceleration compared to the previous annual increments of around 2,000 to 2,700 miles. While not alarming, this suggests a change in usage pattern, possibly a new owner or a longer commute, and the clean March 2026 pass confirms the car handled that increased demand without issue. A buyer should still carry out a focused physical inspection despite the clean paperwork. The 2021 and 2022 advisories centred on all four tyres perishing and cracking under item 5.2.3 (d) (ii), which on a low-mileage car often points to age-related deterioration from prolonged standing rather than wear from use. The tyres currently fitted may be the replacements from that period, so check the date stamps on each sidewall to confirm they are not now approaching the six-to-ten-year replacement threshold. Inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for any corrosion or deterioration consistent with a vehicle that may have spent extended periods stationary, and examine the brake discs and calipers for surface rust or binding that can develop on a car driven infrequently. The exhaust system and underbody should also be checked for corrosion, as low annual mileage in the UK does not exempt a car from salt and moisture ingress.