2012 Hyundai IX35 1.7L Diesel · FL12 FDP

The 2012 Hyundai ix35 presents a clean and stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 10 June 2025 at 108,029 miles passed with zero defects, and this pattern of consistent, advisory-free passes extends back through every recorded test in the history. There are no recurring faults, no escalating wear items, and no evidence of worsening mechanical condition. The vehicle has been maintained to a standard that consistently meets the UK roadworthiness threshold without requiring any remedial work at its annual test. The mileage accumulation is steady and unremarkable for a vehicle of this age. Between the June 2024 test at 91,486 miles and the June 2025 test at 108,029 miles, the car covered approximately 16,543 miles in twelve months, which is notably higher than the long-term average of roughly 7,716 miles per year. Prior to that, the annual mileage was considerably lower, with only 3,636 miles added between November 2022 and November 2023, and 3,648 miles between November 2023 and June 2024. This suggests a shift from light use to heavier use in the most recent year. The gap between the November 2023 test and the June 2024 test is also unusual, as the car was tested roughly seven months early rather than at the standard twelve-month interval, which may indicate a change of ownership or a proactive retest. Despite the clean MOT record, the jump in annual mileage warrants closer physical inspection. A buyer should examine the front and rear brake discs and pads for uneven wear, as increased mileage accelerates consumable degradation that may not yet have triggered a test failure. The suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers should be checked for play and corrosion, particularly given the vehicle's age. Tyre condition and alignment deserve attention given the higher recent mileage, and the exhaust system should be inspected for corrosion or leaks that could develop between tests. The bodywork and understructure should be inspected for corrosion, especially around the sills, wheel arches, and subframes, as structural rust can develop without triggering an MOT advisory until it becomes severe. The steering rack and track rod ends should be checked for excessive wear, and the condition of the auxiliary drive belt and coolant hoses should be verified given the vehicle's age. A clean MOT history is encouraging, but it does not substitute for a thorough pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic, particularly given the recent increase in usage intensity.