2015 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · YN15 YRL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive ownership pattern. While it passed its most recent test on 15 January 2026 at 91,441 miles, the failure on that same day reveals a history of deferred mechanical repairs. The trend is unstable, as the car consistently fails on consumable wear items and minor suspension components before being repaired immediately prior to a retest. This pattern suggests the previous owner only addresses faults when legally necessary to maintain a valid MOT certificate. The mileage profile is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,300 miles per year. The recorded 91,441 miles sit within the typical usage bracket for a commuter Hyundai i20. The data shows steady use, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between January 2024 and 2025, and another 7,700 miles between January 2025 and January 2026. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not sat for long periods, which is generally positive for the rubber components and mechanical seals. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The January 2026 failure flagged a leaking offside anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover and a misting offside front shock absorber, indicating the beginning of component failure in the front end. Furthermore, the January 2025 failure for a thin offside front brake pad and a worn disc resulted in a significant axle brake imbalance. The buyer should verify that the front brake discs and pads were replaced correctly and that the new components are not showing uneven wear. The recurring issue with tyres being worn to the legal limit in 2026 further confirms that basic maintenance is often neglected until the point of failure.