2014 Hyundai IX35 2.0L Diesel · EN14 XJY

A clean MOT history with no advisories or defects recorded across the available tests presents a reassuring, if unusually sparse, picture of this 2014 Hyundai ix35. The most recent test on 13 June 2025 resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following a prior test two days earlier which shows as failed but also without any defect entries on record, a scenario consistent with a retest after a minor rectification. Earlier tests in March 2024 (a fail on the 20th followed by a pass on the 21st, and a pass in March 2023) follow the same pattern of paired fail/pass dates with no defect details listed. While the absence of advisories is positive on the surface, the lack of any recorded wear notes on a 12 year old vehicle with nearly 92,000 miles is itself a point of curiosity, as one would normally expect at least minor observations on tyres, brakes, or suspension components by this stage. Annual mileage accumulation sits at roughly 7,600 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and suggests steady but unspectacular use rather than heavy commercial or motorway commuting. The available MOT record covers only the last three years despite the vehicle being over a decade old, which means there is a substantial gap in the documented history prior to March 2023. This could reflect either a period where the vehicle was not used on public roads, was recently imported, or simply that earlier test records are not accessible. From a mechanical standpoint, this mileage profile implies moderate wear on consumables such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and likely some degradation of suspension bushes and engine mounts, but no extreme fatigue of major drivetrain components. For a prospective buyer, the absence of recorded advisories means there are no specific components flagged for targeted inspection based on the MOT data alone, so the test drive and physical inspection should focus on the items most commonly affected on an ix35 of this age and mileage. On the move, listen carefully for clonks or knocks from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly from the lower control arm bushes and anti-roll bar drop links, which are known wear items on this platform. Steering should feel precise without excess play, vibration, or pulling to one side under braking, which could indicate warped front discs or worn front strut top mounts. Brake pedal response should be firm and progressive without excessive travel, and there should be no grinding or scraping noises from the wheels. Under the bonnet, inspect for signs of oil misting or seepage around the valve cover gasket and the timing cover, as well as any staining on the power steering reservoir or rack, since hydraulic leaks can develop with age. Examine the underside of the vehicle for any surface corrosion on subframe mounting points, brake lines, and suspension arms, paying particular attention to the rear axle mounting area. The exhaust system, particularly the flexi section and rear silencer, should be checked for signs of corrosion or blowing joints. Finally, confirm that the tyre tread depth is consistent across each axle, that sidewall DOT stamps are reasonably recent, and that all warning lights extinguish promptly on ignition. A pre-purchase inspection by a competent technician with the vehicle raised on a ramp would be a prudent step given the limited MOT defect history available.