HYUNDAI TUCSON2018 · 1.7L Diesel

The vehicle currently holds a valid roadworthiness status following a clean pass on May 28, 2025 at 43,200 miles. This represents an improving trend in maintenance after a period of significant neglect in mid-2024. While the 2024 tests revealed multiple defects, the most recent inspection recorded no faults, suggesting the previous owner addressed the outstanding mechanical and consumable issues to return the car to a compliant standard. At approximately eight years old, the recorded mileage of 43,200 miles is notably low, averaging just 5,400 miles per annum. The data shows consistent usage patterns between 2022 and 2023, with roughly 8,000 miles covered annually. However, there was a visible drop in usage between June 2023 and June 2024, where the vehicle covered only 6,405 miles despite failing tests. This low-frequency operation often leads to degradation of rubber components, which is evidenced by the specific failures noted during the vehicle's later life. A buyer should pay close attention to the suspension system, as the 2024 failure highlighted an excessively worn trailing arm bush and a perished nearside front suspension arm bush. Although these were cleared before the 2025 test, low-mileage vehicles are prone to bushings hardening and cracking. The record also shows a history of thin brake pads and worn discs in 2024, requiring a physical inspection to verify that the braking components were replaced with quality parts rather than merely being resurfaced. The presence of perishing and cracking across all four tyres in 2024 indicates the vehicle likely sat stationary for long periods, causing the rubber compound to age regardless of tread depth. The current tyres should be inspected for similar sidewall cracking or flat-spotting. Additionally, the windscreen damage noted in 2024 should be verified to ensure the repair was professional and that no new cracks compromise the structural integrity of the glass.