2018 Hyundai Tucson 1.6L Petrol · AP18 EYT

The 2018 Hyundai Tucson presents a strong and stable maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 13 June 2025 at 57,666 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is the fifth consecutive pass, and the trajectory is clearly improving. The only advisory in the entire history was a minor note about front tyre perishing flagged on 10 June 2022 at 22,526 miles, and that issue has not reappeared in any subsequent test. No recurring defects, no failures, and no new advisories have emerged since, indicating consistent upkeep and responsible ownership over the vehicle's life. The mileage pattern is straightforward and consistent with typical use. From first test to last, the car has covered roughly 35,140 miles across five annual tests, averaging around 7,000 to 8,000 miles per year. The jump from 42,755 miles in June 2024 to 57,666 miles by June 2025 represents approximately 14,911 miles in a single year, which is notably higher than the prior annual averages of 12,000 to 13,000 miles. That spike suggests heavier use in the most recent year, possibly longer commutes or sustained motorway driving, but the vehicle still passed without advisories, so no mechanical distress appears to have resulted. A buyer should still conduct a focused in-person inspection despite the clean paperwork. The 2022 advisory regarding front tyre perishing is worth verifying by checking the date codes and sidewall condition of all four tyres, including the spare if fitted. At nearly eight years old and approaching 58,000 miles, suspension components such as front lower arm bushes, rear trailing arm bushes, and shock absorber dust covers should be inspected for deterioration, particularly if the recent mileage increase involved rougher roads. Brake disc thickness and pad condition merit a close look given the higher annual mileage in the last twelve months. Structurally, the vehicle is likely sound given the complete absence of corrosion or structural advisories across five consecutive MOT tests. Still, an underbody inspection for stone chips, surface rust on subframes, or exhaust system condition would be prudent, especially if the car has spent recent months on salted winter roads. The clean record suggests attentive ownership, but a pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic remains the most reliable way to confirm that the mechanical condition matches what the MOT history implies.