2016 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · WH65 LHM

A clean and consistent MOT record defines this 2016 Hyundai i10, with the most recent test on 18 February 2026 returning a pass and no defects or advisories recorded. Across five consecutive tests from 2023 through early 2026, the vehicle has only ever produced one blemish: a fail on 19 February 2024 that was subsequently cleared with a pass nine days later. The absence of any advisory entries over the entire recorded MOT history is notable for a ten-year-old city car and indicates that components traditionally prone to wear on this class of vehicle have not yet reached MOT intervention thresholds. With 76,333 miles recorded against a ten-year life, this i10 is running at an average of roughly 7,600 miles per year, which sits squarely within expected usage for a small urban hatchback of this age. There are no unusual gaps between annual tests, suggesting the car has remained in regular use rather than being laid up for extended periods, and the mileage progression between tests is steady and proportionate to the twelve-month intervals. Mechanically, this usage profile is favourable because regular short to medium journeys keep fluids circulating, prevent prolonged moisture accumulation in the braking system, and reduce the risk of seized calipers, perished hoses, or corrosion setting in through disuse. The drivetrain, clutch, and engine ancillaries should therefore have experienced natural working rather than the harsh cold-start cycles or standing-still degradation that often befall lower-mileage or intermittently used vehicles. For a prospective buyer, the clean advisory history means there are no specific flagged components to chase down, but a thorough physical inspection remains essential given the mileage accumulated. On a test drive, listen for any clonks or knocking from the front suspension over uneven roads, as compliance bushes, drop links, and bottom arm joints are common wear items on cars of this age and mileage, even when not yet MOT-flagged. Apply the brakes firmly from speed to check for pedal judder, pulling to one side, or any grinding sensation that might indicate warped front discs or worn pads nearing replacement, and inspect the discs and pads directly for lipping and remaining material. Pay attention to steering precision, looking for any excessive play, vagueness around the straight-ahead, or knocking when turning that could point to worn tie rods or rack mounting bushes. The 2024 failure that subsequently passed is worth investigating only insofar as understanding what was rectified at the time, as the DVSA record provides no defect detail. A pre-purchase inspection should still include a check of the exhaust system for blowing or corrosion around the joints and mounting rubbers, an under-bonnet look for any oil misting or coolant residue that has developed since the last test, and a thorough examination of the tyres for even tread wear across both axles, which can reveal alignment or suspension geometry issues. Verify all warning lamps clear on ignition, confirm the clutch bite point is firm and progressive without slipping under load, and ensure the engine starts cleanly from cold without excessive smoke or uneven running. Given the consistent pass history and steady mileage, this i10 presents as a mechanically sound candidate, provided the standard age-related consumables are in acceptable condition at the point of sale.