2018 Hyundai Tucson 1.6L Petrol · Y80 JAB

The 2018 Hyundai Tucson presents a stable and well-maintained roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT, conducted on 30 October 2025 at 9,028 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This clean sheet follows a consistent pattern of annual passes dating back to 2018, indicating the vehicle has been kept in sound mechanical order throughout its life. The maintenance trend is stable, with no recurring structural or safety-critical failures. The mileage accumulation is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle. Between the first recorded test on 20 October 2021 at 5,224 miles and the latest on 30 October 2025 at 9,028 miles, the car covered just 3,804 miles over four years, averaging roughly 951 miles per year. The increments between tests are steady and modest, around 700 to 900 miles annually, with no sudden spikes suggesting long-distance use or odometer anomalies. This low-mileage pattern typically reduces wear on drivetrain and braking components, though prolonged periods of inactivity can introduce its own concerns. The only advisory items in the entire history are minor and consumable in nature. On 24 October 2024 at 8,116 miles, the tester noted a cut in the nearside front tyre that had not penetrated to the ply or cords, along with a split rear wiper blade. Both are routine wear-and-tear items and neither reappeared in the subsequent test, suggesting they were addressed promptly. No corrosion, suspension faults, brake defects, or exhaust emissions failures have ever been flagged across the full five-test record. A buyer should still carry out a physical inspection focused on areas the MOT does not fully assess. Check the underside for surface rust on subframes, brake lines, and suspension mounts, as low-mileage vehicles left standing can develop corrosion despite clean test results. Inspect tyre sidewalls and tread depth, given the earlier advisory, and verify the condition of all brake discs and pads, which may show uneven wear from light use. Test the operation of all suspension bushes and anti-roll bar links over rough surfaces, and confirm the exhaust system is free from heat-shield rattles or minor corrosion that may not yet meet a test failure threshold.