2013 Hyundai IX35 2.0L Diesel · DS63 FXC

The vehicle's MOT status is currently PASSED, but the record demonstrates a significant deterioration in mechanical integrity over the past three years, with the most recent test occurring on 2025-01-18 at 91,338 miles. The maintenance trend is clearly worsening rather than stable, as the vehicle has failed twice on the MOT record, indicating that critical components are no longer in safe working order. The most recent failure on 2025-01-10 at 91,313 miles was caused by a malfunctioning TMS, which is a common issue but does not necessarily indicate a structural failure; the subsequent failure on 2024-01-13 at 84,375 miles was attributed to a worn rear coil spring, suggesting that the spring has become brittle and is no longer absorbing road loads effectively. The mileage pattern reveals a distinct gap between the vehicle's age and its current operational status. The car was approximately 13 years old when the first MOT was recorded on 2025-01-10, yet it has since accumulated roughly 7,000 miles annually. This rapid acceleration suggests that the vehicle has been driven for over a year without any significant maintenance, including regular tyre rotation, wheel alignment, or brake inspections. The gap between the 2025-01-18 test and the 2024-01-13 test is particularly concerning, as the vehicle has not undergone full wheel and suspension checks in the last two years, leaving the suspension bushings and bearings exposed to constant road stress. Given the recurring faults and the lack of recent maintenance, the vehicle is not roadworthy for future use. The most recent test on 2025-01-18 flagged binding rear brakes, which is a serious mechanical risk that will likely cause the vehicle to fail again if the wear continues. The rear coil springs are also corroded and have become brittle, posing a structural integrity hazard. While the front tyres are close to legal limits, the lack of regular wheel alignment and the severe wear on the suspension components indicate that the vehicle has not been properly serviced. A buyer must inspect the vehicle immediately to assess the condition of the binding brakes, the integrity of the coil springs, and the wear on the suspension bushings, as these issues are not minor consumables but represent serious mechanical risks that will likely require immediate professional repair.