2015 Hyundai I30 1.4L Petrol · RO64 BDY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a persistent pattern of structural and mechanical degradation. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 55,553 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure for a damaged offside rear tyre and structural corrosion. The corrosion on the rear sub-frame has appeared in every test record since February 2024, indicating an ongoing aging issue that has not yet reached the threshold of critical structural failure. At 11 years old, the recorded mileage of 55,553 miles represents a low average of approximately 5,050 miles per year. This low usage often suggests less wear on the drivetrain, yet the data gaps between tests reveal long periods of stationary time. Between February 2025 and January 2026, the car covered only 3,197 miles, suggesting it may sit idle for extended periods, which can lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components and the accumulation of surface rust on the underbody chassis. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the rear sub-frame to determine the rate of corrosion progression, as the tester has flagged it as corroded but not seriously weakened for three consecutive years. The suspension system requires close scrutiny following the February 2025 failure which identified multiple excessively worn trailing arm bushes and a play in the offside front track rod end. These components should be checked for movement or perished rubber to ensure the previous repairs were effective. The braking history also notes a binding offside front service brake from 2024, which suggests the buyer should inspect the calipers and discs for seizing due to low use. Given the low mileage and the recurring suspension faults, the vehicle likely suffers from age-related wear rather than high-mileage fatigue. Focus on the integrity of the chassis and the condition of the suspension bushings before proceeding with a purchase.