2012 HYUNDAI I301.4L Petrol

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend characterized by an increasing frequency of mechanical advisories and recurring component failures. While the November 2025 test at 97,555 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged several issues including thin rear brake pads, a binding nearside rear service brake, and worn suspension bushes on both the offside front and offside rear axle. These issues follow a pattern of escalating wear that was not present in the cleaner records from 2016 to 2020. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 7,000 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 31,203 miles in 2015 to the current 97,555 miles in late 2025. There are no significant gaps in testing history, though the frequency of advisories has increased significantly since 2021, suggesting that the vehicle is entering a phase of its lifecycle where more intensive component replacement is required. A prospective buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The MOT history shows a persistent issue with suspension bushes, with faults appearing in 2022, 2024, and 2025. The tester also noted corrosion on rear suspension components in November 2023 and slight corrosion underneath in November 2022. Given these recurring mentions, the structural integrity of the rear subframe and the condition of the chassis must be verified to ensure corrosion is not progressing beyond surface level. Brake maintenance also requires scrutiny. The record indicates a history of thin pads and parking brake inefficiencies, specifically the failure in November 2022 and the binding brake noted in the most recent November 2025 test. The combination of worn tyres, recurring bush wear, and brake issues suggests that while the vehicle remains roadworthy, it has transitioned from a low-maintenance period into one requiring regular attention to consumables and chassis components.