2012 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · YP12 FVL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in March 2025 at 81,920 miles passed despite advisories for a severely deteriorated offside front drive shaft boot and a perished offside rear tyre. This follows a significant failure in March 2024 where multiple suspension and tyre components were flagged as unsafe, indicating that the owner tends to only address mechanical faults once they cause an MOT failure. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 81,920 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,850 miles per year. This low usage profile suggests less strain on the engine and gearbox, but it explains the age-related degradation of rubber components. Between March 2022 and March 2024, the car covered 18,450 miles, yet the failure for a worn ball joint and split CV boot during that period suggests that the vehicle's mechanical parts are suffering more from time and environmental exposure rather than just the distance driven. A buyer should specifically inspect the offside front drive shaft area, as the constant velocity boot has been flagged for deterioration since 2023 and remains a concern as of the latest record. If the boot has not been replaced, grease leakage will soon lead to premature drive joint failure. Additionally, the front suspension arm ball joints should be checked for play, as the 2024 failure indicates a history of component wear. Given the low mileage, also examine the tyres for sidewall cracking and the brake discs for corrosion, as the 2025 advisory confirms the rubber is perishing due to age.