2014 Hyundai IX35 1.7L Diesel · EF64 ABN

The vehicle most recently presented for its annual DVSA roadworthiness examination on 24 June 2025, where it was recorded as a Pass with no defects or advisories noted by the inspector. This represents four consecutive Passes at successive annual tests spanning from June 2022 through to June 2025, all achieved without a single advisory or failure item being recorded against the vehicle. From a maintenance trajectory standpoint, this is an exceptionally stable and consistent record, suggesting that the vehicle has been kept in sound mechanical order throughout this period. The absence of any advisory notes, particularly in relation to wear-prone components such as brake pads, brake discs, tyres, suspension bushes, coil springs, and exhaust system, indicates either recent replacement of consumable items prior to test, or low wear accumulation during the intervening twelve-month cycles. Either scenario is reassuring for a prospective buyer, though the clean record does warrant supplementary physical inspection to confirm the underlying condition. Regarding recorded mileage, this 2014 Hyundai ix35 has covered 81,478 miles over approximately twelve years of service, equating to an annual average of around 6,790 miles per year. This figure sits comfortably within the typical range expected for a vehicle of this age and represents neither excessive high-mileage wear nor the potentially problematic low-mileage profile associated with long periods of standing. The mileage accumulation pattern appears consistent and regular, which generally promotes healthier mechanical operation than a vehicle subjected to infrequent use followed by sporadic longer journeys. Such moderate, steady usage tends to keep engine oil, transmission fluid, brake fluid, and other lubricants in circulated condition, while also allowing the battery to maintain adequate charge and preventing the seizing of brake calipers and deterioration of suspension components that can occur during prolonged inactivity. That said, given the calendar age of the vehicle now exceeding twelve years, a prospective buyer should not rely solely on the absence of MOT advisories as confirmation of overall condition, as MOT testing does not cover many service-interval items nor does it assess components above the visible wear threshold. Tyre sidewalls and tread should be examined closely for age-related perishing or cracking, particularly if the vehicle has stood for any extended period, and the spare wheel or repair kit should be checked for serviceability. Brake discs, although not flagged on any test, may exhibit surface corrosion or lipping from accumulated mileage and should be inspected for binding calipers, uneven pad wear, or any shuddering sensation under braking during a test drive. The 12V battery is well beyond its typical four to five year service life and is a likely candidate for imminent replacement, particularly if the vehicle shows any signs of slow cranking or intermittent electrical behaviour. Underbonnet checks should include verification of coolant, brake fluid, power steering fluid, and engine oil condition and levels, with particular attention to the age of the brake fluid which is hygroscopic and should ideally be renewed every two years regardless of mileage. A thorough inspection beneath the vehicle for fluid leaks, exhaust system integrity, corrosion to underbody structural components, and condition of the suspension bushes, anti-roll bar links, and CV joint boots is also advisable. On the road, listen for any suspension clonks over uneven surfaces, monitor for pulling under braking which may indicate warped discs, and observe for any warning lights on the instrument cluster particularly the engine management and emissions related indicators. Verifying that the service book contains regular stamp entries at appropriate intervals, alongside confirmation of cambelt replacement history which is critical on a 2014 diesel or petrol ix35 to avoid expensive engine damage, will provide further confidence in the long-term mechanical integrity of this vehicle.