2013 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · SC13 VXV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test in April 2026, but the maintenance trend shows a clear progression of corrosion that recently required urgent intervention. While the most recent MOT on 21 April 2026 passed without defects, it failed four days prior due to excessive corrosion on both the nearside and offside rear brake pipes. This indicates that the surface rust noted in previous years finally reached a point of structural failure, necessitating replacement components to bring the vehicle back to safety standards. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 13-year-old vehicle, recording only 23,438 miles. This averages to approximately 1,800 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-usage patterns, with only 533 miles covered between the July 2025 and April 2026 tests. While low mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, the long periods of inactivity often correlate with the type of environmental degradation observed here, such as the persistent corrosion on brake lines and suspension components. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underside to ensure the recent repairs to the brake pipes were comprehensive. The 2025 test flagged corrosion on both front suspension arms, and although these did not fail in subsequent tests, they should be checked for signs of thinning metal or structural pitting. Given the history of grease being applied over corroded brake pipes, it is possible that previous owners used topical coatings to hide advancing rust, which can mask deeper degradation of the chassis or mounting points.