2022 Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-GDI 1.6L Petrol · FN72 TWP

The 2022 Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-GDI underwent its most recent Ministry of Transport test on the seventh of May 2026 at a recorded mileage of 20,071 miles, resulting in a straightforward pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This clean result follows an earlier test in November 2025 which yielded two advisories noting that the offside front tyre was worn close to the legal limit and on its edge below three millimetres, alongside an administrative advisory regarding items removed from the driver view. Reviewing this trajectory indicates an improving maintenance trend, as the prior tyre wear concern appears to have been successfully resolved by the time of the subsequent test, leaving the vehicle in a legally compliant and roadworthy condition. With a total of 20,071 miles accumulated across approximately four years, this Tucson averages roughly 5,018 miles per annum, representing a relatively low usage profile for a modern family sport utility vehicle. While lower mileage often correlates with lighter mechanical stress and reduced wear on major powertrain components, prospective buyers should remain mindful of the implications associated with infrequent use or extended periods of standing. Low-mileage vehicles can occasionally suffer from accelerated surface corrosion on underbody components, brake disc pitting from sitting idle in damp weather, or premature rubber degradation if the vehicle has been stored outdoors without regular movement. Given the recent history of edge wear on the offside front tyre, you should inspect the current tread depth and shoulder condition across all four tyres, paying close attention to the manufacture date codes on the sidewalls to check for early signs of perishing or rubber hardening from age. During a static inspection, examine the friction surfaces of the brake discs for deep scoring or rust scale that has not been polished away by normal pad contact, which can cause a pulsing sensation through the brake pedal or a grinding noise when coming to a halt. Verify that the electronic parking brake engages and releases smoothly, and inspect the engine bay and undercarriage for any signs of fluid weeping from the turbocharged petrol direct injection engine or transmission housings. On the test drive, pay careful attention to the ride quality and handling dynamics of the vehicle, listening for any unusual suspension clunks, knocks, or rattles when navigating speed bumps or uneven road surfaces, which would indicate wear in the anti-roll bar links, control arm bushes, or McPherson strut assemblies. Ensure the manual or automatic transmission shifts seamlessly without hesitation or clutch slip, and monitor the steering alignment to confirm the car tracks straight under braking and acceleration without pulling to one side. Finally, because vehicle maintenance is governed by time as well as mileage, request full documentation of annual service history stamps to verify that routine engine oil changes, brake fluid flushes, and filter replacements have been performed strictly in accordance with manufacturer age-based schedules.