2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T-GDI HEV Auto 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · FD21 LPL

The DVSA test record for this 2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T-GDi Hybrid presents an unbroken pattern of roadworthiness compliance, with both recorded tests in April 2024 and May 2025 returning PASS results and carrying no advisories, defects, or cause-for-concern entries. A clean two-test history on a five-year-old vehicle is meaningful because it indicates that no wear-related items had reached a level that even warranted an advisory note at the time of inspection, covering both routine safety systems and emissions compliance for the hybrid powertrain. The absence of any flagged advisories across consecutive tests suggests the suspension, braking, exhaust, steering, and underbody components have remained within serviceable limits under DVSA criteria. There is also no record of any advisory escalating into a failure, indicating mechanical deterioration has not been progressing at a rate that would concern the test station. Against an age of approximately five years, the recorded 35,241 miles equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 7,048 miles, which sits squarely within typical usage expectations for a privately owned family SUV in this class. There are no extended gaps between tests that would suggest the vehicle has been laid up for any significant duration, and the mileage progression between the 2024 and 2025 tests is consistent with steady, moderate daily use rather than any abrupt spikes that might indicate heavy motorway work or commercial-style utilisation. This kind of usage profile is generally favourable for preserving the integrity of hybrid components, brake discs, tyres, and suspension bushes, as components are being regularly exercised without being subjected to the elevated thermal and mechanical loading that very high-mileage operation would impose. For a prospective buyer, the test-drive focus should centre on confirming that the roadworthy condition reflected in the MOT record translates into a vehicle that drives as cleanly as the paperwork suggests. With no advisories on file, attention should fall on the hybrid-specific elements that DVSA testing does not directly assess, including smooth transitions between the petrol engine and electric motor, the absence of warning messages on the instrument cluster relating to the hybrid system, and confirmation that the regenerative braking feels consistent rather than grabbing or releasing unevenly. A scan for any warning lamps on start-up, particularly relating to the high-voltage battery or hybrid control system, is worthwhile, as is checking that the 12V auxiliary battery in the boot area shows no signs of low state of charge or repeated jump-start requirements, which could indicate it is approaching the end of its service life even though it has not yet caused an MOT issue. On the road, listen for any knocks or clonks from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as the Tucson's lower wishbones and anti-roll bar bushes are known wear items on this platform and would benefit from a physical check given they have not been flagged at test but could be approaching advisory threshold. Inspect the brake discs through the wheel spokes for any pronounced lipping or visible corrosion scoring, and verify that the steering remains straight with no pulling to either side under gentle or firm braking. Visually examine the underbody, exhaust heat shields, and rear subframe mounting areas for any early surface corrosion, particularly around the fuel filler area and rear axle, as the South Korean-built Tucson can be susceptible to early cosmetic corrosion in these zones. A thorough service history review, particularly confirming that the hybrid system coolant has been changed at the manufacturer-recommended intervals, will round out a sensible due-diligence approach to what is otherwise a mechanically well-regarded example.