2009 Hyundai I30 1.4L Petrol · YY09 NJE

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive ownership pattern. While it passed its latest test in January 2026 at 57,389 miles, the immediate failure just days prior highlighted multiple safety-critical defects. The mechanical trend shows a recurring failure to address essential components, specifically regarding steering and lighting, which persist across the last two years of testing intervals. This suggests the vehicle is only being serviced when forced by an inspection failure rather than maintaining components as they show signs of wear. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 57,389 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 3,376 miles per year. The data shows a consistent usage pattern, with roughly 10,000 miles covered between January 2024 and January 2025, and another 8,171 miles between January 2025 and January 2026. While low mileage generally implies less strain on the drivetrain, it often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seals due to age, which is consistent with the various suspension and steering issues noted in the record. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension and steering assembly, as the tester flagged loose track rod end locknuts and damaged dust covers in both 2025 and 2026. The play in the nearside anti-roll bar linkage noted in 2026 indicates that the suspension components are beginning to fail from age. Furthermore, the history of tyre failures—ranging from exposed cords in 2025 to being at the legal limit in 2026—suggests the owner ignores tyre condition until they become hazardous. A thorough check of the lighting system and plate housing is also required, as these have been persistent points of failure for multiple years.