2010 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · SL10 YLF

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance trend shows a reactive rather than proactive approach. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 49,429 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior involving multiple critical defects. The presence of an inoperative engine malfunction indicator light and a failed rear brake indicates that the vehicle was operated with significant mechanical faults before being rectified, suggesting that the owner only addresses issues when forced to do so by an MOT test failure. At 49,429 miles, this 16-year-old Hyundai has covered exceptionally low mileage, averaging approximately 3,100 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual usage patterns, with roughly 4,000 miles driven between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and over 5,400 miles between 2024 and 2025. This low usage generally preserves wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and brake systems due to long periods of static operation. A buyer must physically inspect the braking system and exhaust assembly. The tester flagged the nearside front brake pipe for corrosion and being covered in grease, which often masks deeper rust or an attempt to hide a leak. The previous failure for a lack of effort at the nearside rear brake in October 2025 suggests seized calipers or perished seals common in cars with low mileage. Additionally, the minor exhaust leak noted in 2025 requires verification to ensure it is not a precursor to significant structural failure of the manifold or exhaust hangers. The recurring issues with tyres worn to the legal limit in 2024 and 2025 indicate a disregard for basic consumable maintenance. The uneven wear noted on the offside front and rear tyres suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. Given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the chassis and underbody is essential, as the low mileage has not prevented long-term environmental oxidation.