2009 Hyundai I10 1.1L Petrol · WN59 OCA

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance trend characterized by a reactive approach to mechanical repairs rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in October 2022 at 82,869 miles was a pass, it followed a significant failure involving multiple safety-critical components. The recurring nature of faults regarding brakes, suspension, and wipers suggests that the owner only addresses defects when forced to by an MOT failure. Given that nearly four years have passed since the last recorded test, the current roadworthiness of the vehicle is unverified and requires an immediate inspection to account for potential degradation while sitting stationary. The mileage profile is notably low for a seventeen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,875 miles per year. However, the data shows a significant gap in usage; between April 2019 at 71,974 miles and October 2020 at 80,461 miles, the car covered only 8,500 miles in over sixteen months. This low annual mileage often correlates with rubber degradation, as evidenced by the 2020 report of perishing rear tyres and exposed cords. The lack of recent testing data since 2022 indicates the vehicle may have sat for long periods, which increases the risk of seized calipers, perished seals, and internal component corrosion. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the suspension and braking system. The October 2022 test flagged corroded rear coil springs, which are a known failure point on this model and can snap without warning. The history also shows a persistent pattern of pitted and scored brake discs alongside thin pads across 2020 and 2022, indicating the braking system is nearing an overhaul. Additionally, the previously noted oil leak from 2020 should be visually inspected to ensure it has not worsened, and the driveshaft boots must be checked for cracking or tearing, as a split boot caused a failure in 2020.