2021 Hyundai I10 SE Connect MPI 1.0L Petrol · YY71 GPE

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 15 April 2026 at 23,367 miles, but the tester flagged two critical consumable issues: front brake pads wearing thin and both front tyres worn close to the legal limit with edge wear. These are not new concerns—they represent a clear deterioration from the previous year’s clean pass, indicating a worsening maintenance trend. The car is currently roadworthy, but the condition of the brakes and tyres demands immediate attention before any significant journey. The recorded mileage shows an unusually low annual average of roughly 4,700 miles over five years, consistent with light or infrequent use. There is a significant gap between the January 2024 test at 2,891 miles and the April 2025 test at 8,738 miles, suggesting the vehicle may have been stationary for over a year. This pattern of low mileage punctuated by sudden jumps raises questions about long-term storage conditions, which can accelerate rubber degradation, brake corrosion, and fluid breakdown even without high usage. A buyer must inspect the front brake system thoroughly—check for binding calipers, uneven disc wear, and hydraulic integrity, as thin pads often accompany underlying issues. The front tyres require immediate replacement; their edge wear suggests misalignment or worn suspension components such as track rod ends or ball joints, which should be checked for play or cracking. Given the long idle period between early 2024 and early 2025, inspect the battery condition, fuel system for varnish or moisture, and brake fluid for contamination. The absence of structural or corrosion advisories is reassuring, but the lack of recent servicing history means critical fluids and belts may not have been renewed.