2016 Hyundai Tucson 1.7L Diesel · EY16 EFD

The 2016 Hyundai Tucson presents a stable and largely improving mechanical picture as of its most recent MOT on 24 February 2026 at 69,207 miles, where it passed with zero defects recorded. That clean sheet is significant because it follows a failure just weeks earlier on 7 April 2025 at 61,716 miles for excessive play in the offside track rod end ball joint, a front suspension component directly affecting steering precision. The defect was evidently rectified before the subsequent pass on the same date at 61,721 miles, indicating the previous owner addressed the fault promptly rather than ignoring it. The trajectory from a steering defect in spring 2025 to a completely clean test in early 2026 suggests attentive maintenance in the recent past. The mileage accumulation is consistent at roughly 6,900 miles per year over the vehicle's ten-year life, which sits squarely within the UK average. The jump from 61,721 miles in April 2025 to 69,207 miles by February 2026 represents approximately 7,486 miles in ten months, a slightly elevated rate but not alarmingly so. No large gaps appear in the record that would raise concerns about the vehicle sitting unused for extended periods, which can cause its own problems such as flat-spotted tyres, seized brakes, and moisture ingress into fluids. A prospective buyer should still examine the front suspension carefully despite the recent pass. The track rod end failure at 61,716 miles points to wear in the steering linkage, and related components such as the nearside track rod end, inner tie rods, and suspension bushes deserve close inspection for play or deterioration. The rear braking system also warrants attention. In August 2023 at 48,616 miles, both nearside and offside rear inner brake discs were flagged as worn, pitted, or scored. Although the tester judged them not seriously weakened at that stage, pitting on rear discs often worsens progressively and can indicate binding calipers or worn pads that generate excessive heat. Checking the condition of the rear discs, pads, and caliper slide mechanisms would be prudent. The advisory noted in August 2024 at 57,097 miles regarding front tyre wear on the shoulders suggests possible misalignment or underinflation during that period. A physical inspection should verify that the current tyres show even tread wear and that the tracking and wheel alignment are correct. Overall, the records paint a picture of a vehicle that has had minor but real faults identified and addressed, with no evidence of structural corrosion or major mechanical failure in the file.