2017 HYUNDAI I8002.5L Diesel

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in May 2026 at 106,515 miles passed with several minor advisories including frayed seat belt webbing, an inoperative bulb, and a nail in a tyre. While the car consistently passes its inspections, the recurring nature of wear-related failures suggests that the owner typically only addresses faults once they reach a legal limit or failure threshold. Mileage accumulation is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,800 miles per year. There is a noticeable increase in usage between February 2022 (73,666 miles) and March 2024 (89,470 miles), covering over 15,000 miles in a short window. However, the rate has steadied since then, with the 2025 and 2026 tests showing a steady progression of roughly 17,000 miles over the last two years. A buyer should scrutinize the braking system and suspension, as the record shows a persistent trend of thinning pads and pitted front discs. Between 2021 and 2024, the front brakes were flagged multiple times, indicating potential neglect of fluid changes or high-wear cycles on components. The 2022 failure for a split CV boot on the offside front drive shaft also necessitates a physical inspection of current boots to ensure no grease leakage has led to joint failure. Tyre management is another point of concern with multiple failures and advisories for worn edges and perishing rubber across 2021, 2022, 2024, and 2025. The mention of worn smooth inner edges in 2025 strongly suggests a lingering alignment issue that was not explicitly addressed. Additionally, the frayed seat belt webbing noted in the latest test is a safety-critical wear item that should be replaced to ensure the restraint system functions correctly in an impact.