2014 Hyundai IX35 1.7L Diesel · EY14 PVE

The Hyundai ix35 presents a mixed but ultimately stable roadworthiness profile, with the most recent MOT on 11 May 2026 at 63,788 miles passing without defects—a strong indicator of current compliance. However, the February 2025 failure at 60,972 miles reveals a cluster of issues that, while not catastrophic, suggest deferred maintenance. The vehicle’s suspension components—specifically the track rod end ball joint dust covers —were flagged as deteriorated in both August 2023 (2.1.3(g)(i)) and again in February 2025 (2.1.3(g)(ii)) , escalating from minor damage to a state where dirt ingress was no longer prevented. Similarly, brake discs were recorded as worn, pitted, or scored across all four wheels in February 2025, though not to a seriously weakened state. Tyre condition also shows neglect: the February 2025 test caught three tyres with slight cracking/perishing (5.2.3(d)(ii)) , while the August 2022 MOT had already noted front tyres worn to near-legal limits (2.5mm/2.6mm) . These patterns imply that while the car may have been driven carefully, critical wear items were allowed to degrade beyond routine thresholds. The ix35’s low annual mileage (≈5,316 miles/year) over its 12-year lifespan is unusual for a vehicle of this age, typically suggesting either light use or prolonged periods of inactivity . The 2,787-mile gap between the August 2023 (60,192 miles) and February 2025 (60,979 miles) tests —a span of nearly 18 months —further supports this, as most vehicles would accumulate significantly more distance in that timeframe. The February 2025 failure followed closely on the heels of the March 2025 pass (60,979 miles) , a 7-mile jump over just six days, which may indicate the car was only tested after a minor issue (e.g., a tyre or bulb) was addressed. This erratic testing pattern raises questions about whether the vehicle was stored or used intermittently, potentially accelerating hidden wear in components like seals, rubber bushes, and brake hardware. For a prospective buyer, suspension integrity is the most pressing concern. The track rod end ball joints were flagged twice for deteriorated dust covers, increasing the risk of premature wear or corrosion in the joints themselves. A thorough inspection should verify play in the joints , fluid leaks , and uneven tyre wear —all signs of suspension misalignment or failure. The brake discs were recorded as pitted but not dangerously thin in February 2025, yet the absence of any subsequent MOT comments on brakes suggests they may not have been serviced since. Disc thickness and pad condition should be checked immediately, alongside caliper binding and reservoir fluid levels . Tyres, while not currently failing, show a history of neglect : the cracking/perishing in 2025 and edge wear in 2022 imply poor rotation or alignment practices. Finally, the tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) malfunction in February 2025 remains unresolved, which could mask slow leaks or uneven pressure—another area requiring verification. Structural corrosion is not mentioned, but given the vehicle’s age, underbody, wheel arches, and sills should be inspected for rust penetration.