2022 Hyundai I20 SE Connect Mhev T-GDI Auto 1.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · YR72 MLE

The defining story across the recorded MOT history is a consistent focus on the braking system and related wear items, with the most recent test on 17 August 2026 surfacing advisories on both the front and rear brake discs and both sets of brake pads. On the same day, a separate test was failed with a major defect for an offside front headlamp aim where the projected beam image was obviously incorrect, a defect that is generally rectifiable by adjustment but was sufficient on its own to prevent a pass. The earlier 2025 test recorded a minor advisory for nearside front lower windscreen damage not affecting the driver's view, alongside a tyre cut advisory, while a parallel failure that day cited front windscreen wipers not clearing the screen effectively due to splits on both sides. With no structural, corrosion, suspension, or exhaust-related items appearing across the recorded tests, the recorded defects are largely confined to serviceable wear items and a lighting alignment issue. The recorded mileage of 77,806 miles against an approximate four year age places this i20 at the upper end of utilisation for its year, averaging around 19,400 miles annually. That level of accumulation places sustained demand on the braking components, tyres, clutch and torque converter wear in the DCT automated transmission, and the mild hybrid electrical ancillaries such as the 48V starter generator and its associated drive belt. It also explains why both axles are now showing disc wear and thinning pads simultaneously, as high mileage driving tends to consume front and rear braking material at a comparable rate, particularly in mixed urban and motorway use. There are no extended gaps in the testing record that would suggest prolonged standing, so the wear pattern observed is consistent with continuous operational use rather than lay-up related deterioration. For a prospective buyer, the priority on inspection should be the braking system given the four advisories raised on the same day. On a test drive, listen for any binding caliper noise such as a continuous dragging or squeal from either wheel after release, feel for pedal judder under firm application which can indicate disc runout as the discs near their wear limit, and check for pulling to one side which may suggest uneven pad deposition or a seized caliper slider. The front pads and discs on both sides were flagged at the same time, so it is reasonable to budget for a complete front axle refurbishment including discs and pads, and likely the same for the rear, particularly as the rear discs were also marked as worn. Measure remaining disc thickness against the manufacturer minimum with a gauge if possible, and inspect the pad material directly through the caliper window for any uneven wear across the inner and outer pads. The headlamp aim failure from the same date should be addressed by confirming that the offside front lamp is now correctly adjusted and that the beam pattern matches the requirements for the vehicle, as a misaligned headlamp will cause an instant MOT failure and is often a simple fix but can occasionally indicate a damaged mounting or a previously replaced unit that was not properly set up. Inspect the windscreen wiper blades for any signs of tearing at the blade edges, and confirm full screen coverage including the swept zones near the A pillars, since the 2025 failure was due to splits on both sides. The nearside front tyre should be examined for any progression of the previously noted sidewall cut, and all tyres should be checked for even tread depth across the width, as high annual mileage can produce rapid shoulder wear if alignment is out. Finally, given the mild hybrid powertrain, verify that the engine starts cleanly via the 48V system without prolonged crank periods and that there are no warning lights related to the hybrid system on the dashboard, as these components see additional cyclic load in stop start urban driving typical of this mileage profile.