2017 Hyundai Tucson 1.7L Diesel · 62 CE

The 1.7-litre CRDi diesel engine in this Tucson typically returns 45-55 mpg in real-world driving, depending on whether it's used for predominantly motorway or mixed driving. Road tax for a diesel Tucson of this age and Euro 6 status falls into a reasonable bracket, though diesels registered after April 2017 that don't meet RDE2 standards may face increased charges in clean air zones. Insurance for the 1.7 diesel Tucson typically sits in groups 15-18, making it moderately priced to insure.

Annual maintenance for a Tucson of this age typically includes an oil service (£150-£200), air filter (£20-£30), and diesel fuel filter (£40-£60). Brake fluid changes every two years add around £60-£80, and cambelt replacement if due costs £400-£600 at a main dealer. The brake pads and discs that will likely need attention on this vehicle would cost £250-£400 for an independent garage to replace on all four corners.

Estimated annual running cost: £1,400-£1,800 including fuel, tax, insurance, and routine servicing.

Start with a physical inspection of all four brake discs and pads through the wheels — look for lipping on the disc edges (indicating wear) and check pad thickness with a torch. Given the September 2024 MOT failure flagged all four wheels for brake pad wear, confirm the current state visually and via the most recent service invoice. Tap each disc with a screwdriver handle — a dull thud suggests wear or corrosion, whereas a clean ring suggests healthy material.

Examine the bodywork thoroughly, particularly the black paint which shows swirl marks and stone chips more readily than lighter colours. Check the front bumper, bonnet edge, and wheel arches for stone chips, and inspect the door shuts and boot seal areas for any signs of accident repair. The offside rear tyre should be inspected for any repair patch or, ideally, evidence of full replacement following the August 2025 advisory. Also check the spare wheel or tyre repair kit is present and in date.

For diesel-specific concerns, inspect the exhaust for excessive soot (suggesting DPF issues), check for any smoke on startup (blue or excessive white smoke both indicate problems), and verify the DPF warning light isn't illuminated. The 1.7 CRDi engine is also prone to oil leaks from the turbo and cam cover area at this age, so get underneath and look for fresh oil residue. Finally, confirm the windscreen has no chips that could fail an MOT — the 2023 test noted windscreen damage, so check whether it has been replaced or whether new damage has occurred since.