2017 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · WP17 RZN

The most recent DVSA examination on 19 June 2026 returned a clean pass with no advisories or defects recorded, indicating that the vehicle is currently considered roadworthy. Reviewing the broader four-year MOT trajectory, the trend appears broadly stable but with intermittent mechanical concerns that warrant attention. The 2024 test was entirely clean, while the 2023 and 2025 tests both generated advisories relating primarily to braking components, with the 2023 examination also flagging tyre cracking and wiper smear. The presence of a dangerous failure in June 2023 for both front tyres being below the legal 1.6mm tread threshold represents a serious prior safety event, although the subsequent repairs appear to have been resolved as the vehicle has since passed three consecutive tests. Overall, the maintenance pattern is not deteriorating, but the recurring theme of brake-related advisories suggests that braking system servicing is an area requiring ongoing vigilance. With 77,826 miles recorded over approximately nine years, the vehicle has covered around 8,647 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a small city car of this type and age. There is no evidence of excessive high-mileage accumulation that would suggest premature wear on the drivetrain, clutch, or major engine components, nor are there extended gaps suggesting prolonged periods of standing that could lead to issues such as brake caliper seizure, brake disc surface corrosion, or deterioration of oil seals and hoses. The mileage progression between tests appears consistent and reasonable, supporting the view that this i10 has been used in a normal manner. However, given that the vehicle is now entering its tenth year, age-related degradation of rubber components, plastics, and electrical systems should be considered separately from the mileage-based wear picture. For a prospective buyer, the historical advisories on the front brake discs and pads are the most significant items to investigate. The 2025 test recorded worn and pitted front brake discs alongside thin front brake pads, and while these were not yet at failure point, on a test drive you should listen for any brake squeal, grinding, or shudder through the steering wheel under firm application, and verify that the vehicle pulls up straight and without excessive pedal travel. Given the front discs were already noted as lipped and corroded in 2023, it is reasonable to expect that renewed front discs and pads may now be due, particularly if they have not been replaced since that advisory was issued. On a road test, pay particular attention to any vibration through the brake pedal, prolonged stopping distances, or warning lights on the dashboard, and inspect the discs visually for deep grooves or a raised outer lip. Additionally, the advisory relating to corrosion on the rear brake discs in 2023 is consistent with a vehicle that may have spent time standing, so when carrying out a physical inspection, confirm the rear calipers are releasing correctly by confirming the wheel rotates freely by hand when jacked and that there is no binding or excessive drag. Beyond the braking system, the advisory on nearside rear tyre radial cracking from 2023 highlights a known issue with age-related perishing of tyre rubber, which can occur even on tyres with adequate tread depth. On a 2017 vehicle, all four tyres should be carefully inspected for sidewall cracking, crazing, or bulging regardless of their remaining tread, as rubber compounds degrade with calendar age irrespective of mileage. Other age-appropriate checks should encompass verification of the 12V battery state of health, as batteries typically require replacement every five to six years and a failing battery can cause erratic electrical behaviour. Inspect the coolant, brake fluid, and engine oil condition and service history, as these fluids degrade with time rather than mileage alone, and confirm the cambelt or timing chain service interval requirements for the 1.0 or 1.2 petrol engine fitted to this generation of i10. Finally, examine the underbody and suspension components, including the front strut top mounts, anti-roll bar bushes, and rear axle bushes, for any signs of perishing or play, as these are common wear items on a vehicle now approaching a decade of service.