2018 Hyundai Tucson 1.7L Diesel · GD67 RLV

The most recent MOT test conducted on 9 February 2026 resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. When reviewing the vehicle history, the maintenance trend appears to be improving significantly. While the vehicle suffered a dangerous failure in 2021 due to insufficient tyre tread and multiple advisories in 2023 regarding tyre wear and brake disc condition, the three most recent annual tests have been entirely clean. This suggests that the previous owner has transitioned to a more diligent maintenance regime or has recently replaced a significant number of wear-and-tear components. With a recorded mileage of 56,331 miles over approximately eight years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 7,041 miles per year. This is a typical usage profile for a vehicle of this age and class, suggesting it has been used regularly without being subjected to the excessive wear associated with high-mileage commuting or the degradation risks linked to prolonged periods of standing. Mechanically, this mileage indicates that the drivetrain and major suspension components should still possess considerable remaining service life, provided the service intervals have been adhered to. Despite the recent clean records, the history of tyre failures and advisories for edge wear across all four corners is a point of interest. This often indicates a misalignment of the steering or suspension geometry. During a test drive, the buyer should listen for any abnormal road noise and visually inspect the current tyres for uneven wear patterns. Furthermore, the 2023 advisory regarding a pitted and scored offside rear brake disc suggests a history of surface corrosion or heavy use. Although likely rectified, it is advisable to inspect the brake discs for any remaining scoring or a prominent lip at the edge, and to feel for any shuddering through the brake pedal during deceleration. Given the vehicle is now eight years old, inspection should extend beyond the MOT history to include calendar-based degradation. The buyer should verify the service book for evidence of oil and filter changes performed at the correct time intervals, regardless of the relatively low annual mileage. Particular attention should be paid to the condition of the rubber suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of perishing or corrosion. Additionally, the health of the 12V battery should be checked, as well as the condition of the tyre sidewalls for any age-related cracking or perishing that may not have been flagged as a failure but could impact long-term safety.