2009 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · WN59 OCX

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness status, as the maintenance trend shows a decline in proactive care. While the car passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 65,891 miles, it initially failed initially due to multiple mechanical and electrical defects. The transition from a clean record in September 2024 to a multi-point failure in 2025 indicates that faults are only being addressed when necessitated by the MOT tester rather than being managed through regular preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a seventeen-year-old vehicle, averaging only approximately 3,876 miles per year. The data shows very short usage intervals, with only 712 miles driven between the September 2024 and December 2025 tests, and 758 miles in the year prior to that. This low mileage explains the age-related degradation of components, such as the September 2023 failure at 64,421 miles where all four tyres were flagged for cracking and perishing, a common symptom of a vehicle sitting for long periods rather than sustaining tread wear. A buyer must closely inspect the braking system and suspension components. The December 2025 failure flagged both front and rear brake discs as pitted and scored, which often results from surface corrosion due to infrequent use. Furthermore, the failure of the offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover indicates that ingress of dirt is likely, leading to premature joint failure. The recurring issue with incorrect headlamp aim across both 2024 and 2025 suggests a lack of attention to basic adjustments during previous services.