2013 Hyundai IX35 1.7L Diesel · EO63 YRT

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent MOT test in August 2025 at 99,855 miles passed with advisories for a perished and thin nearside rear tyre and an inoperative plate lamp. While the car has passed consecutive tests, the recurring nature of electrical and tyre-related issues suggests the owner only addresses faults when they reach the threshold of failure or advisory status. At 13 years old, the recorded 99,855 miles represent an average annual usage of approximately 7,700 miles, which aligns with typical consumer patterns for this age. The mileage accumulation is steady, with roughly 8,500 miles covered between the July 2023 and July 2024 tests, and another 8,300 miles leading into August 2025. This consistent use suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which helps the rubber components and seals despite the relatively low mileage. A buyer should pay close attention to the suspension geometry following the failure in July 2022 at 74,339 miles due to damaged track rod end dust covers. Although these were seemingly repaired, the 2024 advisory regarding inner edge wear on both front tyres indicates a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that has not been fully rectified. A physical inspection of the front ball joints and tie rod ends is necessary to ensure the tyre wear is not progressing toward a mechanical failure. The recurring issue with the inoperative registration plate lamp across 2022, 2023, and 2025 highlights a lack of attention to minor electrical maintenance. The buyer should verify all external lighting and check the condition of the remaining tyres for cracking, as the 2025 record already flagged the nearside rear as reaching the end of its life and showing signs of age degradation.