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GF59 SMU

2009 Hyundai I20 · Petrol · 1248cc

Red Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeHyundai
ModelI20
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1248cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2009 Hyundai I20 Petrol 1248cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 129,466 miles on the clock, averaging 8,057 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.2 MPI engine is known for kappa (g4la/g4lb 1.2/1.25l petrol) and timing chain stretch.

MOT & Mileage History for GF59 SMU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
129,466
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2012
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,057

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading129,466 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,775
Average per year8,057
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GF59 SMU 24k50k77k103k129k '12'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,466 miles
Since last MOT+4,775 miles
PASS
Mileage124,691 miles
Since last MOT+6,227 miles
PASS
Mileage118,464 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,464 miles
Since last MOT+4,999 miles
PASS
Mileage113,465 miles
Since last MOT+12,642 miles
PASS
Mileage100,823 miles
Since last MOT+308 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,515 miles
Since last MOT+10,336 miles
PASS
Mileage90,179 miles
Since last MOT+10,702 miles
PASS
Mileage79,477 miles
Since last MOT+208 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,269 miles
Since last MOT+14,159 miles
PASS
Mileage65,110 miles
Since last MOT+9,818 miles
PASS
Mileage55,292 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,292 miles
Since last MOT+9,050 miles
PASS
Mileage46,242 miles
Since last MOT+5,941 miles
PASS
Mileage40,301 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,301 miles
Since last MOT+3,275 miles
PASS
Mileage37,026 miles
Since last MOT+5,473 miles
PASS
Mileage31,553 miles
Since last MOT+7,599 miles
PASS
Mileage23,954 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Hyundai I20

These are the most commonly reported problems on Hyundai I20 models (2008–2014), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Kappa (G4LA/G4LB 1.2/1.25L Petrol)

Timing chain stretch

Primary timing chain elongates prematurely due to weak tensioners/guides; VVT solenoid damage rare but possible if ignored.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 SMU
MakeHyundai
ModelI20
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1248cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeGF — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About GF59 SMU

What car is GF59 SMU?

GF59 SMU is a red Hyundai I20, petrol (1248cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2009.

What is the mileage of GF59 SMU?

The last recorded mileage for GF59 SMU was 129,466 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GF59 SMU passed its MOT?

GF59 SMU has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2026.

Is GF59 SMU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF59 SMU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is GF59 SMU?

GF59 SMU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.