2016 Hyundai I30 1.6L Petrol · RV16 AAK

The 2026‑02‑09 MOT at 50,272 miles confirms the Hyundai i30 remains roadworthy, with no defects recorded. Since the failure on 17 February 2025, when the near‑side headlamp aim and levelling device were noted, the vehicle has been retested and passed without issue, indicating that the earlier faults were remedied and that maintenance has been consistent. Overall the trend shows improvement rather than ongoing decline. The mileage record shows an average of roughly 5,000 miles per year for a 2016 model, yet the data reveal uneven usage. From 19 April 2019 (19,644 miles) to 29 October 2020 (27,182 miles) the odometer rose by 7,538 miles in just over six months, a period of accelerated use. Subsequent intervals such as 20 February 2025 (42,688 miles) to 9 February 2026 (50,272 miles) add another 7,584 miles in eleven months, suggesting periods of heavier driving interspersed with lower‑kilometre stretches. Recurring advisories include tyres worn close to the legal limit on multiple occasions, headlamp aim deviations recorded in 2020 and 2025, and rear brake pads reported below 1.5 mm in 2020 and 2025. The tester also flagged inoperative registration lamps and a persistent TPMS warning, while the 2025 failure noted slight damage to rear tyres and perishing of 2015‑specification tyres. These patterns point to potential wear in the suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs and calipers, as well as possible corrosion around the wheel arches and chassis rails. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the suspension components, verify brake disc and pad thickness, confirm correct headlamp alignment and functional registration lamps, and look for any structural rust or damage to the chassis. The history suggests that basic upkeep was occasionally neglected, so a thorough physical examination is essential before purchase.