2018 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · RO18 ABV

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 23 March 2026 with no defects recorded. Looking back through the records to 2021, the maintenance trend is exceptionally stable, showing a consistent history of clean passes without a single advisory or failure. This indicates a vehicle that has been kept in a high state of roadworthiness and suggests a lack of common wear and tear issues typically found in city cars of this vintage. The recorded mileage of 5,460 miles is remarkably low for a vehicle that is approximately eight years old, averaging only 682 miles per year. While this implies minimal mechanical stress on the engine, gearbox, and interior trim, such low usage often indicates long periods of standing. This usage profile shifts the mechanical risk from wear induced failure to degradation caused by inactivity, which requires a specific approach during the physical inspection. Given the lack of MOT defects, the buyer should focus on age related perishing rather than mileage based wear. It is essential to inspect the tyre sidewalls for fine cracking or hardening, as tyres can perish and become unsafe long before the tread is worn down. During a test drive, listen for any unusual noises from the braking system and feel for brake shudder, which could indicate surface corrosion on the discs or binding calipers resulting from prolonged inactivity. Further attention must be paid to the vehicle's fluid health and electrical system. The buyer should verify the service history to ensure oil and brake fluid have been changed based on time intervals rather than mileage, as these fluids degrade chemically over time. The 12V battery should be tested for health, as low use vehicles are prone to premature battery failure. Finally, a visual check of the rubber suspension bushes and coolant hoses is advised to ensure they have not dried out or cracked due to lack of movement.