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AF59 RSM

2009 Hyundai I20

Red Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

123,063 mi
Last recorded123,063 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Hyundai I2054,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 RSM
MakeHyundai
ModelI20
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 123,063 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

General under body rust

Pass 18 Nov 2024 118,919 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 118,919 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 111,243 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Nov 2023 111,243 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps offside (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 103,901 miles

Side repeater slightly discoloured nearside (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view offside (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2022 103,901 miles

Side repeater incorrect colour offside (4.4.3 (a))

Side repeater slightly discoloured nearside (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view offside (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2022 103,893 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 97,131 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 97,131 miles

Position lamp not working nearside (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps nearside rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 91,223 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside rear lower (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside rear lower (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 84,236 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 84,002 miles

Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working nearside and offside (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 75,284 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 67,679 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 58,749 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 49,429 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 47,819 miles

rear brake discs and pads getting worn (unable to fully inspect)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 38,933 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 28,122 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

How Reliable is the Hyundai I20?

Based on 1,488,641 MOT tests across 136,037 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
5,035
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
136,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,256
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AF59 RSM is a 2009 Hyundai I20 in Red with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2009 Hyundai I20 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 54,818 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Hyundai I20 fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 6,256 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF59 RSM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai I20 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Hyundai I20 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AF59 RSM is a 2009 Hyundai I20, first registered on 30 October 2009.

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