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VKZ 1579

2008 Hyundai I10

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

88,997 mi
Last recorded88,997 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Hyundai I1047,534 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKZ 1579
MakeHyundai
ModelI10
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Mar 2026 88,997 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under vehicle corroded

Pass 17 Apr 2025 82,941 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2023 80,752 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 72,968 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 68,171 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 59,947 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2019 59,819 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 54,235 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 49,992 miles

How Reliable is the Hyundai I10?

Based on 2,829,935 MOT tests across 251,032 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
3,836
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
251,032
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,951
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,192
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VKZ 1579 is a 2008 Hyundai I10 in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Hyundai I10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 47,534 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hyundai I10 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15,951 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VKZ 1579, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai I10 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Hyundai I10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VKZ 1579 registered?

VKZ 1579 is a 2008 Hyundai I10, first registered on 27 February 2008.

Is VKZ 1579 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKZ 1579 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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