2014 Hyundai I10 1.0L Petrol · YC14 KPN

A recurring pattern of tyre degradation and brake-related issues defines the mechanical profile of this vehicle, despite its most recent pass on 13 October 2025. While the record shows several years of passing, the presence of repeated advisories regarding perishing or cracking tyres and previous failures involving parking brake efficiency suggests specific areas of wear. The most recent advisory for a damaged or cracking nearside rear tyre follows a similar advisory for an offside rear tyre in 2022, indicating a trend where rubber components may be ageing due to environmental exposure or infrequent use rather than high-speed mileage. The recorded mileage of 52,244 miles over a twelve-year period represents a low annual average of approximately 4,354 miles. This usage pattern often indicates short-distance trips or extended periods of inactivity, which can correlate with the observed tyre perishing and the 2024 failure regarding parking brake efficiency. Mechanically, such low annual accumulation means that while drivetrain components may have lower wear than average, rubber seals, suspension bushes, and tyres are more susceptible to age-related degradation and flat-spotting from standing stationary. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the braking system and suspension during a test drive. The 2024 failure for parking brake efficiency and the 2020 advisory for pitted or scored rear brake discs necessitate a thorough check of the handbrake's hold on an incline. Listen for any grinding or squealing noises when applying the brakes and feel for any pulsation or judder through the pedal, which could indicate uneven disc wear or binding calipers. Additionally, the 2023 minor defect regarding a deteriorated offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover suggests that suspension linkages should be inspected for play or knocking sounds when navigating uneven road surfaces or speed bumps. Finally, the repeated advisories for cracking or perishing tyres require a physical inspection of all four tyres to ensure they are not showing signs of sidewall cracking or age-related brittleness. Even if the tread depth appears sufficient, the structural integrity of the rubber must be verified. Given the history of a door that could not be opened from the outside in 2024, a functional check of all door handles and latch mechanisms is also required to ensure all entry points operate correctly and safely.