2018 Hyundai Tucson 1.6L Petrol · EK18 FSA

Most recently tested on 10 April 2026, the vehicle holds a valid pass certificate with no recorded defects. This outcome marks a distinct improvement from the previous testing cycle where multiple advisories and failures occurred within days of each other. The maintenance trajectory appears stabilising after the corrective work undertaken between April 2025 and early 2026. Despite the clean result, the history reveals a pattern of deferred attention to wear items before they escalated into mandatory failures, suggesting reactive maintenance habits by previous owners. Mileage accumulation remains consistent with average annual usage for an eight-year-old SUV. Records show approximately 5,000 miles covered between each annual test from 2024 through 2026. There are no significant gaps suggesting long-term storage or excessive high-speed motorway running. This steady pace indicates regular operation rather than sporadic use, which typically subjects suspension and drivetrain components to predictable stress cycles without the accelerated degradation seen in high-mileage commercial vehicles. Prospective buyers must verify repairs made following the April 2025 failure. The drive shaft constant velocity boot showed severe deterioration and grease leakage at 77,434 miles; confirmation that this component was replaced is essential to prevent joint contamination. Although the current certificate is clean, exhaust system integrity requires close examination given the minor leak noted in 2025 and the earlier emissions exceedance in 2024. A visual check of the rear shock absorbers and coil springs for corrosion or fluid loss is recommended, as these areas often accompany tyre perishing issues seen in the previous year. Verify brake discs feel smooth to the touch, ruling out any residual scoring from the failed test at 77,433 miles.