2022 Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-GDI HEV Auto 1.6L Hybrid electric · GF72 MLX

This 2022 Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-GDI HEV presents an entirely unblemished DVSA record, with the single recorded test on 30 October 2025 returning a clean pass and zero advisories, defects, or failures logged against the vehicle. A four-year-old hybrid SUV with absolutely no flagged items across its first mandatory test represents the strongest possible baseline roadworthiness position, indicating that the components routinely scrutinised under the MOT regime tyres, brakes, suspension, steering, lighting, emissions, and structural integrity were all found to be within legal limits at the point of inspection. The absence of any advisory entries is particularly notable because the MOT tester is obliged to record even minor concerns such as early-stage brake disc wear, slight tyre shoulder erosion, or light surface corrosion, none of which were deemed present. For a prospective buyer, this clean slate provides genuine reassurance that the car entered its post-warranty period in sound mechanical condition, though it should be remembered that MOT history captures only a single annual snapshot rather than continuous condition monitoring. With 25,227 miles accumulated over approximately four years, this Tucson is averaging around 6,300 miles annually, which sits squarely within typical parameters for a privately used family SUV in the UK. There are no extended gaps in the testing record that would suggest a prolonged period off the road, and no anomalous mileage jumps between tests that might indicate clocking or inconsistent usage. This consistent, moderate rate of accumulation is mechanically favourable for a hybrid powertrain, as the high-voltage battery, regenerative braking system, and petrol engine have all been exercised regularly enough to avoid the issues associated with either long-term low use or excessive high-mileage wear. The braking system in particular benefits from this usage profile, as hybrid regenerative braking reduces wear on the conventional friction brakes, meaning the discs and pads should have substantially more material remaining than the odometer reading alone might suggest. Given the absence of any specific advisories, a pre-purchase inspection should concentrate on the components and systems most likely to show wear on a Tucson of this age and mileage, even though they were not flagged at the last test. Pay particular attention to the suspension bushes and anti-roll bar linkages, as these are known wear items on Hyundai SUVs and can produce knocking or clonking noises over speed humps and uneven surfaces; any such audible disturbance warrants closer examination. On the test drive, listen for any drivetrain shunt or vibration through the automatic transmission during light throttle applications, as the hybrid system transitions between electric and petrol propulsion, and feel for any vibration through the steering wheel under braking, which could indicate disc warping despite the clean MOT record. Check that the regenerative braking feels consistent and that the transition to friction braking is smooth, as irregular behaviour here could point to issues with the brake-by-wire system or hybrid control module. Visually, a thorough walkaround should focus on the areas that MOT testers specifically examine for corrosion, particularly the rear wheel arches, suspension mounting points, subframe, and any brake pipe runs visible from underneath, as the Tucson's salt exposure in winter months can initiate surface corrosion in these locations even within a relatively short ownership period. Inspect the tyres for even shoulder wear across both axles, which would confirm correct wheel alignment, and verify that the tread depth remains well above the legal 1.6mm minimum given the modest mileage. Under the bonnet, check for any signs of oil misting around the cam cover or turbocharger area typical of direct-injection petrol engines, and confirm that the hybrid system warning lights illuminate and extinguish correctly during ignition. Finally, given that the brake fluid, engine coolant, and inverter coolant have all likely reached or are approaching their manufacturer-recommended service intervals, confirm with the selling dealer that these essential fluids have been renewed in line with Hyundai's hybrid service schedule, as their condition cannot be assessed from the MOT record alone.