2011 Hyundai IX35 2.0L Diesel · AV11 RYD

What stands out is a sequence of major failures – front brake pads reduced to the legal minimum, a rear prop‑shaft flexible coupling declared excessively deteriorated, and an interior door latch that would not open – all recorded before the 2022‑23 period, yet the two most recent tests in October 2023 and October 2024 returned clean passes with no defects noted. This pattern suggests that the serious faults identified in 2022 were addressed, but the vehicle’s record still carries a legacy of wear‑related issues that merit close inspection before purchase. At 148,350 miles over fifteen years the average annual mileage is just under 10,000 mi, which sits comfortably within normal usage for a family SUV. The MOT history shows regular yearly testing with no prolonged gaps, indicating the vehicle has been driven consistently rather than sitting idle for extended periods. Such mileage implies that wear items such as brake pads, discs, suspension bushings and tyre tread will be approaching the latter stages of their service life and should be examined for the typical symptoms of age‑related degradation. When you inspect the car, pay particular attention to the braking system. Verify that the front and rear pads have sufficient thickness and that the discs are free from deep scoring or excessive rust – any pulsation or grinding under braking could signal that the earlier thin‑pad and pitted‑disc advisories have not been fully resolved. Test the steering for any looseness or clunking over bumps, especially on the front left side where an anti‑roll‑bar ball joint was noted to have slight play, and feel for knock or vibration that might indicate lingering wear in the rear prop‑shaft coupling or its universal joints. Check the condition of the rear tyres for side‑wall cracking and the front tyres for edge wear, as past advisories highlighted tyre perishing; uneven wear or hard spots would suggest the need for replacement soon. Finally, confirm that the interior door latch operates smoothly from both inside and outside, and that the windscreen wiper clears the glass effectively – both were recorded as failures in late 2022. Verify that all exterior lamps, including the near‑side front position lamp, illuminate correctly, and ensure the child‑seat mounting area does not obstruct the adult seat belt, as previously flagged. Listening for any abnormal noises from the suspension while driving over uneven surfaces and feeling for any pull or drift in the steering will help reveal whether the earlier ball‑joint and bushings issues have been fully remedied. A thorough test‑drive focused on these points will give you a realistic picture of the vehicle’s current roadworthiness.