2013 Hyundai IX35 1.6L Petrol · AY13 OFC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the record indicates a pattern of immediate rectification following failures. The most recent MOT test on 5 March 2024 at 106,772 miles passed with no defects after a failure exactly one day prior. This suggests the previous owner was proactive in addressing MOT failures immediately to ensure compliance rather than allowing faults to persist. Since the last test in early 2024, the vehicle is now over two years overdue for its annual inspection, necessitating an urgent safety assessment. The mileage profile is remarkably consistent for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,200 miles per annum. Between March 2022 at 81,984 miles and March 2023 at 98,047 miles, the car covered roughly 16,000 miles, showing a temporary spike before settling. This steady accumulation suggests typical usage which generally prevents the dry-rot degradation of rubber components and seals. The lack of significant gaps in mileage data indicates the vehicle has remained in regular use rather than sitting stationary for long periods throughout its life. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the specific components that caused the failures in March 2023 and 2024. While the record does not list the specific defect codes, recurring immediate failures often involve items like light bulbs, wipers, or minor exhaust leaks. Given the age and mileage, inspect the underbody for structural corrosion on the subframe and suspension mounts, as these are common areas of wear on this model. Check the brake system for binding calipers and inspect the rear suspension bushes, as the lack of advisories in the history may indicate that issues were only addressed once they reached a failure point.