2016 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · RJ66 VHO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a concerning shift toward mechanical neglect. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 42,537 miles, it had failed that same session due to an inoperative engine management indicator light and an oil leak. The presence of an MIL failure is a significant concern as it suggests the engine management system was not functioning correctly, potentially masking deeper faults that were cleared or addressed just before the retest. At 42,537 miles, the mileage is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,254 miles annually. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with 5,419 miles driven between October 2023 and October 2025. However, low annual mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber components, which is evident in the 2023 advisory regarding perishing tyre sidewalls. This indicates the car may have sat for long periods, leading to material fatigue rather than distance driven. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the oil leak identified in the 2025 test to determine if it is a minor seal failure or a more significant gasket issue. The 2023 failure for thin brake pads and pitted rear discs suggests that consumable components were only replaced when necessary, so the buyer should verify the current state of the rear rotors and calipers. Given the previous MIL failure, a diagnostic scan is essential to ensure no hidden fault codes remain in the engine control unit that could indicate future emissions or performance issues.