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2018 Hyundai I40 SE NAV Crdi Blue Drive S-A 1.7L Heavy oil · EK18 HLE

EK18 HLE

2018 Hyundai I40 SE NAV Crdi Blue Drive S-A (1.7L, heavy oil). First registered 05 Apr 2018. Recorded mileage 100,524 miles. MOT expired on 01 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 May 2027.

Make & Model
HYUNDAI I40 SE NAV CRDI BLUE DRIVE S-A
Year / Origin
2018 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 01 Sept 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 May 2027)
Recorded Mileage
100,524 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Likely Compliant
Fuel & Engine
HEAVY OIL · 1.7L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 01 Sept 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 May 2027
Fuel Type
HEAVY OIL
Year
2018
Engine
1685cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle currently holds a valid roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT test on 3 September 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded by the tester. The maintenance trend across the three recorded tests spanning 2022 to 2025 is entirely clean, showing no failures, advisory notes, or component wear flags at any of the annual checks. While a consistent string of clean passes indicates no immediate regulatory concerns were identified at the time of testing, it also means there is no recorded diagnostic data to assess longer-term wear trends on consumables or structural elements. The mileage pattern shows an annualised usage of roughly 12,566 miles, which is relatively high for a vehicle of this age and suggests regular, sustained driving rather than occasional or seasonal use. The recorded mileages at test dates are not listed, so the rate of accumulation between individual tests cannot be verified precisely, but high annual mileage typically accelerates wear on suspension components, braking systems, clutches (where applicable), and drivetrain parts. The absence of any mileage details within the supplied MOT history limits further chronological correlation between specific wear points and odometer readings. Although the MOT record contains no flagged defects, a prospective buyer should not interpret the clean history as proof of mechanical soundness. The tests simply confirm the vehicle met minimum statutory standards on the day of inspection and cannot detect emerging faults, internal engine wear, or issues requiring physical examination beyond the MOT checklist. Particular attention should be paid to the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, rear brake calipers for binding, brake disc wear, and underbody corrosion given the high mileage. A thorough independent inspection by a qualified mechanic, including a compression test, fluid analysis, and underbody examination for rust, remains the only reliable way to gauge the true mechanical state of this I40 ahead of purchase.

EK18 HLE Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 03/09/2025
  • 100,524 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
68
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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EK18 HLE Mileage History

  1. 16/05/202249,856 mi
  2. 02/08/202368,184 mi+18,328 mi
  3. 03/09/2025100,524 mi+32,340 mi

Average of roughly 15,340 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

EK18 HLE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 09:14
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Hyundai I40 Se Nav Crdi Blue Drive S-A (EK18 HLE) between May 2022 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
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ADVISORY