2017 Hyundai Tucson 1.7L Diesel · FH17 PCO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on March 23, 2026, 87,055 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a period of reactive rather than proactive care. A failure just three days prior to that test at 87,002 miles revealed multiple braking deficiencies, including thin front brake pads and thin rear inner pads. While the vehicle passed the subsequent retest, the density of these faults indicates that the previous owner only addressed mechanical issues once they threatened the MOT certificate status. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,673 miles annually. There is a notable gap of 1,834 miles between December 2023 and March 2024, followed by a more rapid accumulation of 27,747 miles in the year leading up to the March 2026 test. This increase in usage over the last year likely correlates with the accelerated wear observed on the braking components, specifically the brake discs and pads that were flagged in the March 2026 failure. A buyer should personally inspect the braking system to ensure the repairs made after the March 2026 failure were comprehensive. The tester previously noted excessive movement in the parking brake lever, which requires a check for proper cable tension and adjustment at the rear mechanism. Additionally, the December 2023 record highlighted three tyres worn to the legal limit and a perished offside rear tyre, suggesting potential alignment issues or neglected rubber maintenance. Verify the current state of all tyres and the suspension bushes to ensure the pattern of uneven wear has not returned.