2017 Hyundai I40 1.7L Diesel · EO17 HJJ

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward component wear and neglected consumables. The most recent test in September 2025 at 84,910 miles passed, yet revealed multiple advisories regarding brake condition and tyre degradation. While the car has passed every inspection, the frequency of mechanical defects since the clean 2021 and 2022 tests indicates that the vehicle is entering a phase where preventative maintenance is becoming necessary to avoid future failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,400 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of usage, with a 14,612-mile gap between September 2023 and 2024, and another 14,011 miles recorded between 2024 and 2025. This regular usage suggests typical road miles rather than long periods of standing, which explains the progressive perishing of rubber components and the surface corrosion on the metal brake components noted in the later MOT records. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system, as the record shows a history of scored and pitted discs dating back to 2023, with the issue moving from the front to the rear by 2025. The tester also flagged a non-excessive oil leak in the latest test, which requires a physical check of the engine seals and sump to determine the specific source. Furthermore, the recurring reports of cracking and perishing tyres across all axles suggest that the previous owner ignored basic rubber degradation, meaning a full set of new tyres is likely required to ensure safety and grip.