2021 Hyundai I30 SE Connect Mhev T-GDI 1.0L Hybrid electric · SA71 KBK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from minor consumable wear to developing mechanical component fatigue. The most recent test in August 2025 at 30,285 miles identified wear on both the nearside and offside front suspension arm bushes. While these did not result in a failure at that time, they indicate that the rubber components in the front suspension are beginning to degrade despite the relatively low mileage. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per annum. Between the August 2024 test at 20,546 miles and the August 2025 test at 30,285 miles, the car covered nearly 10,000 miles, suggesting consistent use rather than long periods of standing. The interval between tests remains regular, showing that the owner has maintained the vehicle through the annual testing cycle without significant gaps in the last two years. A buyer should personally inspect the front suspension to determine if the wear on the arm bushes has progressed since the 2025 advisory. Excessive play in these bushes can lead to poor handling and uneven tyre wear, which mirrors the 2024 advisory regarding worn-edge tyres near the legal limit. It is also necessary to verify that the defective wiper blade and tyres were replaced, as the record flagged these as issues in the previous year. Given the low mileage, the focus should remain on checking for any dry rot or degradation in rubber components to ensure the vehicle has not suffered from long stationary periods.