2014 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · RO64 EHM

The most recent DVSA MOT test conducted on 2 February 2026 resulted in a PASS with no advisories or defects recorded, which is the most reassuring outcome possible for a prospective buyer. An interesting note in the history is that a FAIL entry appears on the same date as the PASS, suggesting a minor item was rectified and the vehicle was immediately re-tested and passed. There are no recurring advisories across any of the recorded tests, and the progression from September 2023 through February 2025 and into February 2026 shows a consistent and stable maintenance trend with no deterioration in condition. The complete absence of recorded defects across four tests indicates that the braking system, suspension components, exhaust, lighting, and structural elements have all remained within satisfactory roadworthy condition. The recorded mileage of 30,419 miles on a 12-year-old vehicle equates to approximately 2,535 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average for a city car of this type and reflects either very light private use or extended periods of standing. Low annual mileage such as this is mechanically advantageous in terms of wear on major drivetrain components, clutches, and braking surfaces, but it introduces its own set of age-related concerns. Extended standing periods can lead to brake disc corrosion, sticking or binding calipers, deterioration of rubber components, and degradation of fluids based on calendar age rather than mileage accrued. For a prospective buyer, the clean MOT history shifts the focus of inspection toward age-related deterioration rather than wear-based component failure. The tyres warrant particular scrutiny, as rubber compounds perish with age regardless of tread depth; check the sidewalls for cracking, crazing, or brittleness, and verify that the manufacturing date code on each tyre indicates rubber less than five years old. Brake discs should be inspected for surface rust, lipping, and smooth operation, and the caliper slide pins should be checked for freedom of movement as these commonly seize on low-use vehicles. The 12-volt battery is another critical item, as batteries that have spent long periods partially discharged or standing lose capacity and may fail without warning; a load test or voltage check under load is advisable before purchase. Finally, attention should be given to fluid servicing intervals that are calendar-based rather than mileage-based. Engine oil and filter changes, brake fluid replacement, coolant renewal, and manual gearbox oil should all be verified through the service book, as a vehicle covering only 2,500 miles annually may have had services missed entirely if the owner relied solely on the odometer. The timing chain or cambelt status must be confirmed by documentary evidence, as Hyundai interval recommendations for this era typically fall within the vehicle age regardless of mileage. Inspect all underbonnet rubber hoses for perishing, examine the exhaust system for surface corrosion at joints and mounting rubbers, and check for any oil or coolant weeping from gaskets and seals. A thorough road test should confirm smooth cold starting, even tickover, responsive clutch action without slipping, and the absence of suspension clonks over uneven surfaces which would indicate perished bushes or weakened coil springs typical of an older lightly-used vehicle.