2014 Hyundai IX35 1.7L Diesel · EX14 XEJ

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT test on 8 November 2025 with only a single advisory concerning a child seat fitted to the nearside rear, which prevented full visual inspection of the adult seat belt rather than indicating any actual defect. Looking back through the recorded test history, the maintenance trend appears broadly stable and consistent, with no failures recorded across the seven tests reviewed and only minor, non-recurring advisories issued. The most material items historically were an engine oil leak flagged in 2020, which was deemed not excessive, and front brake pad wear noted in 2022, both of which are routine maintenance items for a vehicle of this age and mileage. The repeated nearside rear child seat advisory simply reflects the vehicle's continued family use and carries no mechanical significance. With 98,353 miles recorded over approximately twelve years, this ix35 has covered around 8,200 miles annually, which sits squarely within typical usage parameters for its age and suggests a balance of urban and higher-mileage running rather than long periods of standing. There are no significant gaps or sudden accumulations evident in the recorded history, indicating steady, consistent use that is generally favourable for keeping drivetrain, suspension, and brake components in proper working order. Continued use at this rate does mean that wear items such as suspension bushes, coil springs, anti-roll bar links, and exhaust mounting rubbers should be expected to require attention in due course, but no abnormal wear pattern is suggested by the test record itself. For a prospective buyer, the absence of any recorded suspension, brake, or corrosion advisories across the recent tests is reassuring, but a thorough physical inspection remains essential given the vehicle's age. The 2019 advisories noted cracking and perishing on all four tyres along with low tread on the fronts, and while those tyres will have been replaced, attention should be paid to current sidewall condition as rubber degrades with calendar age irrespective of mileage; look for hairline cracking, particularly on any tyres fitted more than five years ago. On a test drive, listen for suspension knocks or clonks over uneven surfaces, particularly from the front, as worn anti-roll bar drop links and lower control arm bushes are common on ix35s at this mileage. Check for any vibration through the steering wheel under braking, which could indicate warped front discs, and verify that the nearside rear door mirror previously flagged as loose has been secured properly. Under-bonnet checks should include a close visual inspection around the engine block, cam cover, and oil filter housing for any signs of the previously noted oil leak having progressed, as a leak classified as not excessive in 2020 may have worsened over six years of further use. Inspect the condition of the coolant expansion tank, radiator hoses, and drive belts for perishing or weeping, and consider replacing the 12V battery preventatively if it is older than five years, given the vehicle's age. Verify the tyre pressure monitoring system is functioning correctly, as TPMS-related advisories have appeared periodically, suggesting either a recurring sensor fault or intermittent pressure loss from ageing valve stems. Finally, request evidence of recent servicing including brake fluid and coolant renewal, as these are time-sensitive items that degrade irrespective of mileage, and confirm the service book history aligns with the continuous annual MOT record presented.