2014 Hyundai I10 1.0L Petrol · RO64 UVK

The vehicle failed its most recent MOT on 1 June 2026 at 25,332 miles, and the maintenance trend has clearly worsened in the past twelve months. After three consecutive clean passes between 2022 and 2023, the 2024 test flagged both front tyres worn to the legal limit, and the 2026 failure reveals a cluster of brake-related defects alongside perished rear tyres and defective wiper blades. The pattern suggests routine servicing and basic safety checks were neglected during the period between June 2025 and June 2026. The mileage profile is unusually low for a 2014 i10, averaging just 2,111 miles per year over twelve years. Between the June 2025 pass at 22,143 miles and the June 2026 failure at 25,332 miles, the car covered 3,189 miles in a single year, a notable jump compared to the prior years when annual increments hovered between 2,500 and 3,000 miles. The long-term low-mileage use may explain why corrosion rather than outright wear appears on the rear inner brake discs, a common issue on lightly used vehicles that stand for extended periods. The binding rear service brakes and pitted, corroded rear inner brake discs recorded in the June 2026 failure are the most mechanically significant findings. A binding caliper can cause uneven pad wear, overheating, and reduced fuel economy, while pitted disc surfaces compromise braking efficiency and will require replacement if the scoring is deep. The front brake pads were noted as wearing thin and both front discs were flagged as worn, indicating the entire braking system is approaching a service threshold. The tester explicitly noted the rear brake binding was not excessive, but a buyer should verify whether the caliper slides and handbrake mechanisms operate freely and whether the rear discs show visible lipping or hot-spotting. The perished rear tyres and defective wiper blades are minor consumables, yet their presence alongside multiple brake defects paints a picture of deferred basic upkeep. A prospective buyer should inspect the tyre sidewalls for deeper cracking, confirm the date codes to rule out aged rubber, and check the spare if fitted. The windscreen wiper fault is a simple replacement item, but it is worth confirming the wiper linkage has not seized. Given the low mileage and the absence of any suspension, exhaust, or structural corrosion advisories across the full history, the primary concern is the braking system, which a competent garage should assess before purchase.