2018 Hyundai Ioniq 1.6L Hybrid electric · EF18 WTP

Significant wear to the rear suspension components represents the most immediate mechanical concern for this vehicle, following a failure on 21 May 2026 for excessively worn trailing arm pins and bushes on both the nearside and offside rear. This failure marks a shift from previous advisory-only records toward more substantial structural component wear, though the vehicle did achieve a pass on 21 May 2026 after these major defects were rectified. The historical record shows a pattern of intermittent issues involving consumables and minor bodywork damage, alongside a previous advisory for a noisy offside rear wheel bearing in May 2025. The recorded mileage of 115,094 miles indicates a high-use profile for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 14,387 miles per year. This level of annual accumulation suggests the vehicle has been subject to consistent long-distance or high-frequency road use rather than short, infrequent trips. Mechanically, this sustained mileage increases the likelihood of accelerated wear on suspension bushings, wheel bearings, and tyre tread depth, as evidenced by the multiple advisories regarding tyre wear and bearing noise recorded between 2023 and 2025. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the rear axle area during a test drive to ensure the recent suspension repairs have fully addressed the trailing arm issues. Listen for any dull thuds, knocks, or clunks when driving over uneven road surfaces or speed bumps, which could indicate remaining play in the suspension bushes or mounting points. Additionally, given the 2025 advisory for a noisy offside rear wheel bearing, it is prudent to listen for a consistent humming, droning, or grinding noise that changes in pitch or intensity as the vehicle's speed increases, particularly when cornering. Tyre condition and alignment should also be scrutinised, as the MOT history shows recurring advisories for tyres being worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edges in 2023 and 2024. Check the inner and outer edges of the tyre tread for uneven wear patterns, which can signal underlying suspension geometry issues or incorrect camber settings. Finally, while the 2022 failure regarding bumper damage was resolved, a visual inspection of the front and rear bumper mounting points and plastic trim is advisable to ensure there is no residual movement or loose fitment resulting from previous impacts.