2009 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · RO59 XLS

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a recurring trend of deferred suspension and consumable repairs. In the most recent test in September 2025 at 61,287 miles, the car passed with advisories for thin rear brake pads and worn rear discs. This represents a progression from the September 2024 test where only the nearside rear coil spring was flagged. While the vehicle is currently meeting minimum standards, the persistent presence of corroded rear coil springs indicates an ongoing issue with environmental degradation that has not been fully addressed. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 61,287 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-intensity usage, with only 3,133 miles covered between the October 2023 and September 2025 tests. However, low mileage often correlates with age-related failure of rubber components rather than mechanical wear, which is evidenced by the repeated failures regarding perished tyres and worn anti-roll bar dust covers noted between 2023 and 2024. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, specifically the Macpherson strut top mounts and anti-roll bar joints, which have been flagged for wear and play in multiple recent tests. The structural integrity of the offside and nearside rear coil springs requires close attention for deep seated rust, as the tester has noted corrosion on both sides since 2022. Given the recent advisories for thin rear brake pads and worn discs in 2025, a complete braking system check is necessary to ensure no calipers are binding and that the hardware is not beyond immediate replacement limits.