2009 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · YX59 WHR

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent MOT test on January 30, 2026, at 85,631 miles returned with zero defects. This indicates that previous mechanical and electrical issues identified by the tester have been addressed. The maintenance trend appears improving, as the vehicle moved from recorded corrosion and lighting faults in earlier years to completely clean passes in the last two annual inspections. The mileage profile is notably low for a 17-year-old car, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. Between January 2022 and January 2026, the car covered 32,895 miles, representing a consistent but light usage pattern. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the long intervals between tests can sometimes mask the degradation of rubber-based parts or accelerated corrosion if the vehicle is not driven regularly. A physical inspection should focus on the nearside rear of the braking system, given the corroded brake pipe recorded in January 2022 at 52,736 miles. Although the vehicle passed subsequent tests, the presence of corrosion on fluid lines suggests the environment may be prone to rust-related degradation. The buyer should also verify the structural integrity of the chassis and suspension bushes, as low-mile vehicles often suffer from dry rot in perished components despite low mechanical wear. The previous failure of the nearside registration plate lamp in 2024 was a minor electrical fault, but a quick check of all external lighting remains prudent to ensure the repair held.