2019 Hyundai Ioniq 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · DL68 JVO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test in September 2025. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the recent history indicates a significant mechanical repair was addressed promptly. While the tester flagged the nearside front steering rack inner arm for excessive free play at 55,977 miles, the fault was rectified to secure a pass the following day. This suggests the current owner is responsive to safety-critical failures once they are identified by examiners. The mileage pattern is consistent with a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per annum. The record shows a steady progression of 11,432 miles between December 2023 and September 2024, followed by another 11,917 miles between September 2024 and September 2025. This regularity suggests the car has been used consistently rather than sitting for long periods, which is generally beneficial for rubber components, seals, and brake systems to prevent dry rot or seizing. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the front steering assembly to ensure the replacement of the inner arm has not caused secondary wear on related joints or bushings. Given the previous failure for steering play, checking for any remaining vibration in the steering wheel during a test drive is advisable. The 2023 failure regarding the washer fluid was a minor consumable issue and does not indicate deeper mechanical neglect, but verifying the integrity of the washer pump and nozzles remains a basic check for this vehicle.