2006 Hyundai Getz 1.1L Petrol · EJ06 UEK

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile currently, with the most recent test in September 2025 at 82,495 miles returning a pass with no recorded defects. This indicates that the mechanical issues identified in previous years have been addressed. However, the history shows a 2022 test at 55,348 miles where the rear brakes only narrowly met balance requirements, suggesting the braking system is prone to uneven wear or neglect. The transition to clean passes in 2024 and 2025 suggests the owner has responded to these early concerns. At 82,495 miles over twenty years, this Hyundai has seen significantly low mileage, averaging approximately 4,125 miles per year. While low usage often results in less wear on drivetrain components, it can also lead to accelerated degradation of rubber-based parts. The record confirms this with a failure in September 2023 at 64,123 miles due to a front offside anti-roll bar bar that was corroded and seriously weakened. While this was repaired for the passing test a day later, the failure highlights the vehicle's vulnerability to environmental corrosion, which is common for cars of this age that may sit for periods. The central front oil leak was noted during the 2023 testing but was classified as not excessive at the time. Although it did not reappear in the subsequent 2024 or 2025 tests, a buyer should monitor the engine bay to ensure the leak has not worsened. Given the previous failure of the anti-roll bar, a physical inspection of the remaining suspension bushes, coil springs, and exhaust mounting is necessary to ensure no further structural corrosion has developed on the chassis.