2014 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · SK14 RVT

The 2014 Hyundai I10 presents a generally stable maintenance trend, punctuated by a single MOT failure in June 2024 that was promptly rectified. The most recent test, conducted on 26 June 2025 at 85,868 miles, passed cleanly with zero defects recorded, indicating that all previously identified faults were addressed and the vehicle has remained compliant since. The 2024 failure itself was notable, combining a headlamp electrical fault, two worn front tyres below the 1.6mm legal limit, a worn offside front anti-roll bar drop link ball joint, a worn front suspension arm bush, and corroded nearside rear brake pipes. The fact that all five items were resolved before the 2024 retest and no further advisories or failures have appeared since suggests the previous owner invested in corrective work rather than deferring maintenance. The mileage accumulation of roughly 7,156 miles per year is broadly typical for a twelve-year-old city car. The annual tests show steady, consistent use: 60,713 miles in June 2022, 64,806 in June 2023, 74,561 at the June 2024 failure, 74,787 at the June 2024 retest, and 85,868 by June 2025. The jump of nearly 10,000 miles between the 2024 retest and the 2025 test indicates a period of heavier use, which is worth noting for wear on consumables and drivetrain components. There are no suspicious gaps in the record that would suggest the vehicle sat unused for extended periods, and the annual testing pattern is consistent and complete. Buyers should pay particular attention to the front suspension and braking system during any in-person inspection. The 2024 failure flagged both a worn suspension arm bush and a worn anti-roll bar drop link ball joint on the offside front, components that deteriorate progressively and can cause uneven tyre wear, vague steering, and knocking over bumps if left unattended. Although these were repaired, a physical check for play in the front suspension bushes, ball joints, and drop links is advisable, especially given the heavier mileage use seen in the most recent year. The corroded nearside rear brake pipes are another area to inspect closely, as corrosion in brake lines can recur, particularly on older vehicles exposed to road salt. A visual check of the underside for rust on brake lines, subframes, and suspension mounting points would be prudent. The front tyres were worn below legal tread depth in 2024, so checking current tyre condition and alignment will confirm whether the suspension repairs were properly aligned and whether the vehicle has been driven since in a way that accelerates wear. The headlamp fault was minor in nature, but confirming both dipped beams function correctly on test is a simple verification worth performing.