2018 Hyundai Tucson 1.6L Petrol · EX68 EHS

The 2018 Hyundai Tucson shows concerning maintenance trends despite passing its most recent MOT in October 2025 at 84,855 miles. The vehicle failed just four days earlier due to excessive exhaust carbon monoxide emissions, indicating a significant engine management or catalytic converter issue that required immediate attention. This failure represents a deterioration from the previous year when multiple brake system warnings were recorded, suggesting the owner has been addressing critical safety components adequately but may have deferred emissions-related maintenance. The mileage accumulation of 84,855 miles over approximately eight years equates to roughly 10,600 miles annually, which falls within typical usage parameters for this age bracket. However, the gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests shows 13,589 miles accumulated in twelve months, indicating periods of heavier use. The most recent annual increase of 10,766 miles aligns with expected depreciation patterns. The proximity of the October 2025 tests, occurring within days of each other, demonstrates the owner responded promptly to the emissions failure. Brake system deterioration emerges as the primary concern across multiple test cycles. The 2024 inspection flagged both front brake discs as worn, pitted, and scored, alongside thinning front and rear brake pads. These components likely require replacement given their continued degradation pattern. The exhaust emissions failure demands verification that the catalytic converter and lambda sensors function correctly. Suspension components and steering geometry should receive thorough inspection since brake wear often correlates with alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that accelerate component deterioration. Tyre condition proved critical during the 2024 assessment when the offside front tyre showed edge wear approaching legal limits. The nearside rear advisory regarding a child seat obstructing seatbelt inspection indicates previous ownership used this as a family vehicle, potentially subjecting the transmission and clutch to additional stress during frequent stop-start driving that may contribute to premature wear patterns.