2014 Hyundai I10 1.0L Petrol · SL14 UAF

The 2014 Hyundai i10 presents a notably clean roadworthiness profile across its recorded DVSA history, with the most recent test on 23 March 2026 returning a pass and no advisories or defects recorded. Across five documented tests, four resulted in pass certificates with no recorded defects, and the single failure on 25 June 2024 likewise showed no defects at all, which suggests the vehicle was likely presented in a state that required a re-test the following day rather than having suffered a significant mechanical or structural issue. The subsequent pass on 26 June 2024 and two further clean passes in 2025 and 2026 indicate a stable and improving pattern rather than any chronic or developing fault. For a car of this age, the absence of recurring advisories relating to suspension components, braking systems, corrosion, or exhaust integrity is a positive indicator of its underlying mechanical condition. With 61,702 miles recorded over roughly twelve years, the i10 has averaged around 5,142 miles per annum, which sits at the lower end of typical usage for a city car of this vintage. There are no large gaps between tests that would suggest extended periods off the road, and the relatively even spread of annual mileage implies consistent if modest use. Lower annual mileage of this nature generally means reduced wear on major drivetrain components such as the clutch, gearbox, and engine internals, but it can also bring the well-known risks associated with light or intermittent use, including premature ageing of rubber seals, dried-out suspension bushes, and surface corrosion on brake discs from infrequent heavy braking. The fact that none of these issues have been flagged at test is reassuring, but they remain worth physical inspection. For a prospective buyer, the absence of recorded advisories means there is no specific component history to chase down, so attention should shift to areas that the MOT does not fully cover and to the general condition of consumable items. On a test drive, listen for any clonks or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as worn lower wishbone bushes and anti-roll bar drop links are common wear points on i10s of this era and would not necessarily be flagged unless visibly deteriorated. The steering should feel precise without excess play, and the car should track straight on a flat road without pulling to either side, which can indicate worn suspension geometry or unevenly worn tyres. Brake pedal feel should be firm and progressive, with no sponginess or juddering under sustained braking, and the handbrake should hold the car securely on an incline. Given the clean MOT record and the vehicle's modest mileage accumulation, the i10 appears to be a well-maintained example, but a pre-purchase inspection remains advisable. Check the condition of the tyres, including their age, tread depth, and any uneven wear patterns that might point to alignment or suspension issues not yet severe enough to fail an MOT. Inspect the underside, sills, and wheel arches for any emerging corrosion, particularly around the rear axle and subframe mounting points, as these areas tend to deteriorate earlier on cars that have seen winter road use. Finally, verify the service history to confirm that age-related items such as the cambelt, coolant, and brake fluid have been replaced at the manufacturer-recommended intervals, as a low-mileage car can still suffer from time-based degradation of these components.