2016 Hyundai Tucson SE NAV B-Drive 2WD Crdi 1.7L Diesel · FN66 WDY

The most recent DVSA examination on 12 October 2025 returned a clean pass with no advisories or defects recorded, and this follows an equally unblemished pass on 9 October 2024. Looking across the documented test history, the overall maintenance trend appears broadly stable and improving. The only recorded failures and advisories relate to wearing brake pads and a single instance of brake fluid not being visible to the inspector during the October 2023 test, alongside a tyre pressure monitoring system warning. There are no advisories relating to structural corrosion, suspension components, exhaust integrity, lights, or steering, which are the more concerning categories for a vehicle of this age. The clean pass on the most recent test, combined with the absence of any recurring advisories on the same components across consecutive tests, suggests the vehicle has been reasonably maintained and any previously flagged items have been addressed. With 113,618 miles recorded on a 2016 Hyundai Tucson, the vehicle is accumulating roughly 11,300 miles annually, marginally higher than the typical 7,500 to 10,000 mile average. This is consistent with regular mixed-use driving rather than long periods of standing or unusually high motorway mileage. The annual MOT record shows consistent yearly testing from 2019 through 2025 with no apparent gaps, indicating the vehicle has remained in active service. Importantly, there is no evidence of rapid mileage accumulation between tests that would suggest taxi, fleet, or heavy commercial use, which would otherwise accelerate wear on clutches, brakes, and suspension. This mileage profile is moderate for a ten-year-old SUV and supports the likelihood that major mechanical components have wear proportionate to, rather than exceeding, the expected service life. Given the age of the vehicle and the recurring brake pad advisories recorded in 2022 and 2023, prospective buyers should prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking system. The advisories on the offside front brake pads in 2022 and both rear brake pads in 2023 indicate progressive pad wear consistent with normal use at this mileage, and the pads would almost certainly have been replaced since, given the absence of further advisories. On a test drive, listen for any brake shudder through the steering wheel which would indicate warped front brake discs, and watch for the vehicle pulling to one side under braking which could suggest a binding caliper. At this mileage, the brake discs themselves may be approaching the end of their service life, particularly if the pads were allowed to run low. Inspect the discs visually for a pronounced lip on the outer edge and any visible scoring or cracking, and verify the discs have sufficient material remaining above the minimum thickness. Also check that the brake fluid has been changed, as the 2023 advisory concerning brake fluid not being visible suggests the master cylinder reservoir may have been low, which can simply indicate neglected fluid servicing rather than a leak, but warrants confirmation that the fluid has been refreshed. Beyond the braking system, attention should turn to age-related wear items that MOT testing does not fully cover. Inspect the tyres carefully for sidewall cracking or perishing, which is common on a vehicle a decade old regardless of tread depth, and check the production DOT date code on the sidewall to confirm the tyres are not excessively aged. Examine the exhaust system, particularly the mounting rubbers and the rear silencer, for corrosion which often fails on vehicles kept outdoors. Under the bonnet, verify the 12V battery condition, as batteries typically require replacement every five to six years and this vehicle is now due for one. Check that the coolant and brake fluid are at correct levels and free from discolouration, as fluid degradation is calendar-based rather than mileage-based. Finally, on a test drive listen for any clonks from the suspension over bumps, which would suggest worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or strut top mounts, and pay particular attention to the clutch operation given the relatively high mileage, looking out for any slipping or juddering when pulling away in higher gears.