2012 Hyundai I40 1.6L Petrol · VE12 YRJ

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on 14 April 2025 with 67,521 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car consistently passes without recorded defects across the last three years. While the history shows two technical failures in 2024 and 2025, the immediate passes following these failures suggest that the owner is proactive in rectifying faults to maintain legal safety standards. The mileage profile is notably low for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,800 miles per year. Between the March 2023 test at 58,573 miles and the April 2025 test at 67,521 miles, the car covered 8,948 miles over twenty months. This consistent low usage typically reduces the wear and tear on the drivetrain and engine components, though low-mileage cars sometimes suffer from degradation of rubber-based parts like suspension bushes or de-seized brake calipers due to lack of frequent use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to age rather than high mileage. Since the MOT record does not list specific recurring advisories, the inspection should prioritise checking for corrosion on the underbody and structural sills, which are common in vehicles of this era regardless of distance driven. Examine the condition of the tyres for cracking, as low-use tyres often age out before the tread reaches the legal limit. Additionally, checking for fluid leaks and testing the condition of the control arm bushings is necessary to ensure the vehicle's mechanical integrity remains sound for future ownership.