2015 Hyundai IX35 1.7L Diesel · EX15 RCV

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding the braking system. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 65,799 miles identified only rear brake binding due to sticking calipers on the slider pins, this follows a pattern established in the 2024 test at 59,597 miles where both front and rear brakes exhibited binding and discs were noted as worn. Although the vehicle passed these tests, the recurrence of these issues suggests a lack of proactive maintenance on the braking hardware's moving components. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with a 6,202-mile gap between July 2024 and 2025, and another 6,274-mile interval in the preceding year. This low annual mileage often results in the vehicle sitting for extended periods, which can cause rubber components and lead to the pitting and scoring observed on the offside front brake disc in 2021 at 42,833 miles. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system to ensure the sticking calipers have not caused uneven pad wear or overheating of the discs. The history of binding across multiple axles warrants a check of the condition of the brake caliper boots and slider pins to ensure they move freely without seizing. Given the low mileage and age, the inspection should also check for dry rot in rubber hoses and degradation of suspension bushes, as these often suffer on vehicles that do not see frequent rotation.