2015 Hyundai IX35 1.7L Diesel · EK15 PCO

A recurring pattern of deferred wear-and-tear maintenance, persistent engine oil seepage, and repeated steering and suspension degradation defines the mechanical record of this vehicle. On 17 April 2026, the vehicle secured a pass certificate, having initially failed its inspection a week earlier on 10 April 2026 due to an inoperative tyre pressure monitoring system, an unreadable registration plate, effective wiper failure, and a blown rear fog lamp. The passing re-test retained advisories for a worn offside front tyre, thin front brake pads, and corrosion on a rear suspension arm. This outcome reflects a broader trend of wear-related test failures and advisories over recent years, including an excessively worn front lower suspension arm ball joint in 2025, a dangerous defect for severely depleted front brake pads in 2023, and an ongoing non-excessive engine oil leak noted consistently across multiple consecutive tests between 2023 and 2025. Accumulating 86,005 miles over an eleven-year period equates to an average annual distance of roughly 7,819 miles, which represents typical UK road usage for a crossover of this age. The inspection timestamps demonstrate consistent yearly mileage accumulation without extended periods of inactivity or severe mileage spikes. Mechanically, this steady accumulation means the vehicle has experienced routine thermal cycles and component exercise, avoiding the stationary deterioration associated with long-term storage. However, at this age and mileage threshold, major chassis components, suspension bushes, steering joints, and rubber oil seals naturally reach the end of their operational lifespan, as evidenced by the recurring chassis advisories. When inspecting the vehicle, particular attention must be given to the engine bay and underbody to evaluate the long-running oil leak recorded between 2023 and 2025. Inspect the lower engine block, sump pan, timing cover gaskets, and drive shaft seals for signs of active fluid accumulation or dripping. Given the recent advisory for rear suspension arm corrosion alongside the previous replacement of a front lower suspension arm ball joint, inspect the entire underside for structural rust and bush deterioration. During a road test, listen closely for deep metallic clunks, knocking, or creaking over speed bumps and rough road surfaces, which indicate loose suspension linkages or worn rubber mounting bushes. Furthermore, consistent advisories for tyres worn specifically on their inner or outer edges suggest that steering geometry or tracking is misaligned, so verify that the steering wheel stays centered without pulling to one side. The braking system also demands close mechanical scrutiny due to the historical severity of its pad wear. Visually verify the thickness of the front brake pads through the wheels and inspect the inner and outer faces of the brake discs for deep scoring, heavy lip formation, or corrosion edges. On the test drive, apply the brakes firmly at speed to check for pulsation through the pedal or vibration through the steering wheel, which indicates warped discs or uneven pad deposition. Finally, confirm that all electronic driver aids—specifically the tyre pressure monitoring system—function correctly without illuminating dashboard warning lamps, and ensure all exterior lighting and wiper mechanisms operate properly following their recent failures.