2011 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · YP60 RHK

A persistent ABS fault dominates the mechanical profile of this 2011 Hyundai i10, having triggered a Major failure on two separate occasions, on 28 March 2025 and again on 13 March 2026. On both occasions the identical defect was recorded: the anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault under section 1.6 (b). This is not a single isolated event but a recurring electronic braking system issue that has failed to clear between tests, raising legitimate concern about the underlying cause, whether it be a wheel speed sensor, reluctor ring, wiring loom fault, or the ABS control module itself. It should be noted that in 2026 the fault was rectified sufficiently to secure a pass the same day, with the same test date showing both a failed and passed outcome. The intervening test on 26 March 2024 recorded no defects at all, which demonstrates that this ABS issue developed relatively recently and has remained unresolved through multiple inspection cycles. The recorded mileage of 53,283 miles over fifteen years equates to an average annual accumulation of roughly 3,552 miles, which is well below typical usage for a vehicle of this age. Such low annual mileage can be associated with lighter wear on major drivetrain components, but it also raises the possibility of extended periods of standing or only short, infrequent journeys. A particular point of interest is the gap between the 2024 test mileage and the 2026 test mileage, which would warrant confirmation directly from the seller, as the recorded odometer reading progression should be reviewed to verify whether the low mileage is consistent and genuine. Short journeys combined with infrequent use can accelerate corrosion on braking components and ferrous suspension parts due to moisture retention, and can also promote oil leaks from ageing gaskets and seals that would otherwise dissipate moisture through regular operation. The advisories recorded alongside the recent ABS fault provide a useful secondary picture of component condition that warrants physical inspection. The brake hose ferrules showing slight corrosion across all hoses indicates the braided or flexible sections are beginning to deteriorate at their crimped ends, which over time can compromise braking integrity and should be examined for cracking, swelling under pressure, or seepage. The front brake discs noted as worn, pitted, or scored suggest the discs have developed surface imperfections that may transmit judder through the brake pedal under firm application, and on a test drive the buyer should pay particular attention to any vibration, pulsing, or uneven braking force from the front axle. The nearside front oil leak, although not recorded as excessive, should be traced to its source during a pre-purchase inspection, as oil contamination on the lower engine or sump area can migrate onto surrounding components including the alternator, drive belts, or the ABS sensor wiring commonly routed along the inner wing on this model. The rear tyre flag for slight damage, cracking, or perishing on the most recent test indicates age-related rubber degradation, and any replacement tyres fitted should be checked for adequate tread depth and absence of sidewall cracking. Given the recurring ABS warning lamp fault, particular attention should be paid during the test drive to the illumination and behaviour of the ABS warning lamp at ignition, the speed at which it extinguishes, and whether it returns during low-speed or wet braking conditions. The car should also be driven over uneven surfaces to listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension, which on a low-mileage i10 of this vintage can indicate perished anti-roll bar bushes or worn drop links. Finally, a pre-purchase diagnostic scan capable of reading Hyundai-specific ABS fault codes is strongly advisable to identify exactly which wheel speed sensor or module fault is causing the recurring warning, as simply clearing the warning without addressing the root cause will likely see the defect return at the next MOT.