2018 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · SL68 GLK

A pattern of tyre wear and one significant tyre failure punctuate an otherwise unremarkable MOT history for this i20. Across six recorded tests since 2021, the vehicle has passed five times with no defects, including its most recent examination on 7 March 2026. The defining mechanical event was the 14 April 2023 test, where the vehicle was failed with two dangerous defects for both rear tyres having ply or cords exposed. It was presented for a partial retest the same day and passed, but the episode indicates the tyres were driven beyond serviceable condition rather than replaced proactively. Wear on the front tyres then reappeared as an advisory at the June 2025 test, with both nearside and offside front tyres noted as worn close to the legal limit and on the edge, suggesting uneven or accelerated front axle wear. A separate advisory on the same 2023 test noted front brake pads wearing thin, though this has not been flagged again in subsequent passes. Mileage accumulation across the recorded tests shows steady, typical usage for an eight-year-old vehicle. From the 2021 test through to the March 2026 pass, the recorded mileage has progressed in line with an annual rate of roughly 9,000 to 10,000 miles, consistent with the overall 74,797 total. There are no extended gaps between tests that would suggest long periods off the road, and no sudden jumps that might indicate heavy mileage accumulation or clock irregularities. This level of use means consumable items such as tyres, brake pads, discs, and wiper blades will have experienced normal wear cycles, with the rear tyres in particular having been replaced at least once following the 2023 failure. For a prospective buyer, the priority areas to examine on inspection are the tyres and the braking system. Check all four tyres for tread depth, uneven wear patterns, and any signs of feathering or scalloping on the front pair, given the advisory notes on both nearside and offside edges in 2025. Inspect the front brake pads and discs directly through the wheels for remaining friction material and any lipping or corrosion on the disc edges, as the 2023 advisory for thin front pads was not accompanied by a recorded follow-up inspection of pad replacement. On the test drive, listen for any brake judder under firm application, which could indicate disc warping from heat cycling, and feel for pulling to one side that might suggest a binding caliper. Beyond the recorded defects, a physical inspection should focus on the suspension and underbody, as no advisories have been raised on these components but they are subject to wear at this mileage. With the car on a lift or over a pit, examine the front and rear suspension arms, bushes, and anti-roll bar linkages for splits, cracking, or corrosion, particularly around mounting points. On the road, drive over uneven surfaces and listen for clonking or knocking from the front suspension, which can indicate worn drop links or bushes. Steering should feel tight without excess play at the straight-ahead position, and any knocking or vibration through the wheel on rough roads should be noted. Finally, verify the condition of all exterior lights, the rear fog lamp operation, and confirm there are no warning lights illuminated on the dashboard before completing the evaluation.