2017 Hyundai I10 1.0L Petrol · SF17 YRE

The 2017 Hyundai I10 presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 13 February 2026 at 86,226 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is the most recent entry in the record, sitting just over four months before today's date of 18 June 2026, so the vehicle's roadworthiness status is current and very fresh. The broader pattern across the last three years is one of consistent, defect-free passes, indicating no worsening or recurring mechanical issues. The only anomaly is a failed test on 22 February 2024 at 70,316 miles, but the record shows no defects were flagged on that occasion, suggesting the failure may have been administrative, such as a missing appointment or documentation issue, and it was resolved the very next day with a clean pass at 70,318 miles. The mileage accumulation is steady and typical for a city car of this age. Between the February 2023 test at 60,146 miles and the February 2026 test at 86,226 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 26,080 miles over three years, averaging around 8,693 miles per year. That figure aligns closely with the overall lifetime average of approximately 9,581 miles per year across nine years of ownership. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer readings that would suggest long periods of disuse or clocking concerns. The annual testing pattern, with tests consistently falling in February each year, points to a methodical owner who kept the car on a regular inspection cycle. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection focused on areas that MOTs only sample at intervals. At 86,226 miles, consumable components such as brake discs, pads, tyres, and suspension bushes are likely approaching or past replacement age, even if they have passed recent tests. The Hyundai I10's front subframe and inner wing arches are known to be vulnerable to corrosion, particularly on vehicles used in urban or salted-road environments, so a close visual check for structural rust is advisable. The exhaust system, including the catalytic converter and mounting rubbers, should be inspected for deterioration given the vehicle's age. A short road test will reveal whether the clutch, gearbox, and engine mounts remain tight and free from excessive vibration or knocking. The 1.0-litre three-cylinder engine can develop rough running or misfiring if ignition coils or spark plugs have not been replaced on schedule, so listening for uneven idle is worthwhile. Overall, the MOT record paints a picture of a well-maintained, low-mileage city car with no flagged defects, but the absence of advisories does not guarantee that wear items are fresh. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic remains a sensible step before committing.