2019 Hyundai Tucson 1.6L Petrol · AS11 AAS

The Hyundai Tucson presented a PASS outcome at its most recent DVSA MOT test conducted on 3 June 2026, with a single advisory noting that the rear brake pads are wearing thin. When reviewing the broader test history, the maintenance trend appears broadly stable rather than progressively worsening. Across five consecutive annual examinations, no component has ever resulted in a fail, and the recorded items are a mixture of advisories and minor defects rather than escalating mechanical deterioration. The recurring windscreen damage minor and front tyre perishing advisories from 2022 through 2025, along with rear tyre edge wear, are consistent with general wear and tear on a vehicle of this age. The most recent advisory on brake pad wear is a single isolated item and indicates that rear pad replacement is the only presently identified upcoming maintenance requirement. With 50,052 recorded miles over seven years, the Tucson is averaging approximately 7,150 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a family SUV and suggests reasonably consistent usage rather than long periods of standing or unusually high motorway accumulation. There are no significant mileage gaps between successive MOT tests, which indicates the vehicle has been used regularly and therefore less likely to suffer from issues such as binding brake callipers, dry rot in hoses and seals, or 12 volt battery degradation from inactivity. The mileage progression also confirms that mechanical consumables such as clutches, suspension components and drivetrain parts have accumulated wear at an expected rate, without being exposed to the accelerated wear seen on high mileage examples or the corrosion risks seen on vehicles left unused for extended periods. For a prospective buyer, the most pressing physical check arising from the MOT record is the rear brake pad advisory from June 2026, which means the pads will likely require replacement imminently. On a test drive, listen for any grinding or metallic scraping from the rear axle under light braking, and check for judder or pulling to one side which could indicate uneven pad wear or a seized caliper slide. Inspect the rear brake discs visually for scoring or lipping and confirm there is sufficient pad material remaining, as the advisory suggested pads were already thin. The front tyres have been flagged for perishing or damage on both sides across multiple tests, which is typical age-related sidewall deterioration; examine all four tyres carefully for cracks in the sidewall rubber, particularly in the flex zone between tread and wheel rim, and verify the production date code to ensure none are excessively aged. The recurring rear tyre edge wear advisories suggest the wheel alignment, particularly rear toe settings, may be drifting, so a four-wheel alignment check would be prudent alongside any new tyre fitment. Beyond the MOT flagged items, this seven year old Tucson warrants several age and mileage appropriate inspections. Given the consistent annual usage, the brake fluid should be checked for moisture content as it typically requires replacement every two to three years irrespective of mileage, and the coolant should be inspected for condition and concentration. The 12 volt battery should be load tested as original units on vehicles of this age are often approaching the end of their service life. Inspect the underside, jacking points, rear axle beam, and suspension components for any surface corrosion, paying particular attention to coil springs and lower suspension arms which are common wear points on Tucson models. On the test drive, listen for any suspension clonks over uneven surfaces which would suggest worn anti-roll bar drop links or bushes, and check for steering vagueness which may indicate worn tie rod ends. Finally, verify that the service book contains stamps at appropriate intervals matching the recorded mileage, and request evidence of recent timing belt or chain inspection, as well as confirmation of when the automatic gearbox fluid or manual transmission oil was last changed if applicable.