2016 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · SN66 UOP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive service pattern. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 50,220 miles, this followed a significant failure that highlighted multiple mechanical and safety defects. The trend shows that components are only addressed once they reach the point of legal failure, evidenced by the recurring nature of brake and suspension issues across consecutive inspections. At 50,220 miles, this ten-year-old Hyundai has covered low mileage, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. This low usage typically suggests less mechanical wear on the drivetrain, but the record indicates the vehicle may have suffered from age. Between November 2023 (43,019 miles) and November 2025 (50,220 miles), the car covered roughly 7,000 miles, yet the tyres showed signs of perished rubber and uneven wear despite the low distance travelled. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking systems. The November 2025 failure flagged severely deteriorated nearside and offside front suspension arm ball joint dust covers, which can lead to grease loss and premature joint failure if not replaced. Additionally, the rear brake pads were noted as wearing thin in both 2024 and 2025, suggesting a potential sticking caliper or a simple neglect of routine maintenance intervals. The 2025 failure regarding the nearside front passenger door failing to open from either side indicates a mechanical fault in the door linkage that should be verified for smooth operation. Given the history of perishing and cracking tyres across multiple tests, the rubber compound on the current tyres is likely aged regardless of tread depth. Inspect the sidewalls for dry cracking to ensure the tyres are not nearing the end of their structural life.