2017 Hyundai Tucson 1.7L Diesel · FP67 WVX

The 2017 Hyundai Tucson presents a generally stable maintenance profile, passing every recorded MOT without a failure. The most recent test on 28 July 2025 at 50,216 miles was a clean pass, though the tester flagged a nail in the nearside rear tyre and noted the rear brake pads wearing thin alongside marginal handbrake travel. These are minor consumable items rather than structural or mechanical defects, and the overall trend shows no escalating fault pattern. The vehicle has not developed any recurring serious issues across its five recorded tests. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 5,580 miles per year. Between the October 2023 test at 35,075 miles and the July 2025 test at 50,216 miles, the car covered approximately 15,141 miles in just under two years, which represents a marked increase in usage compared to the earlier years. Prior to that, the annual mileage was considerably lower, suggesting the vehicle may have spent extended periods stationary or was used sparingly by a previous keeper. The 2024 test at 38,939 miles sits between these two phases, confirming the shift toward more regular use in recent years. A buyer inspecting this Tucson in person should pay close attention to the braking system. The 2022 test at 29,596 miles recorded grooved front brake discs, and by 2025 the rear pads were wearing thin with handbrake travel at the limit of acceptability. This suggests the braking components have been working harder during the recent uptick in mileage. The rear calipers and handbrake mechanism deserve a thorough check for binding or uneven wear, particularly given the marginal handbrake result at the last two consecutive tests. The tyre history also warrants attention. In October 2023, all four tyres were flagged for wear or perishing, and the most recent test found a puncture in the nearside rear. This pattern suggests tyre condition has been a recurring concern rather than a one-off event. A buyer should inspect the sidewalls for cracking, check the date codes to confirm replacement age, and verify even tread wear across all four corners. Given the low annual mileage and potential for long stationary periods, suspension bushes and coil springs should also be examined for deterioration that can develop from infrequent use rather than high mileage alone.