2013 Hyundai IX35 1.7L Diesel · EN62 XOG

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT pass certificate dated 3 February 2026 at 86,280 miles, but the maintenance trend is clearly worsening. That same day also produced a failed test at the identical mileage, revealing multiple lighting defects and a nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit. More concerning are the advisories carried forward from prior years. The 2025 test flagged all suspension components as very rusty and corroded, with all brake pipes possibly corroding under power coating. These are not new issues. Corrosion advisories have appeared consistently since at least February 2023, covering rear coil springs, suspension arms, sub-frame, and front MacPherson struts. The pattern shows progressive structural deterioration rather than isolated faults. Mileage accumulation is broadly typical for a 2013 vehicle, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. The record shows steady annual testing each February, with mileages progressing from 57,567 in January 2023 to 65,151 in February 2024, then 77,918 in February 2025, and finally 86,280 in February 2026. The jump between 2024 and 2025 is notably higher at around 12,700 miles, suggesting heavier use during that period, before returning to a more normal annual rate. There are no significant gaps in the MOT record, and the testing history is consistent. A buyer should treat the corrosion history as the primary concern. The repeated advisories on rear coil springs, suspension arms, sub-frame, and front struts indicate long-standing underbody deterioration that may now have progressed beyond surface rust. The 2026 advisory regarding all brake pipes possibly corroding under power coating is particularly significant, as compromised brake lines represent a direct hydraulic safety risk. The nearside rear tyre worn to the legal limit at the most recent test also suggests basic consumable upkeep has not been prioritised. A thorough physical inspection of the underside is essential, with particular attention to the structural integrity of the sub-frame, the condition of all brake pipe runs, and whether the coil springs show any signs of cracking or perforation. The front suspension struts should be checked for oil misting indicating seal failure, and the rear wheel bearings should be assessed given the advisory for slight noise recorded in 2023.