2018 Hyundai Tucson 1.6L Petrol · GU18 ABF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a period of corrective maintenance. The most recent test on 20 November 2025 at 41,860 miles resulted in a pass, with the tester only requiring an adjustment to the internal headlight adjuster. This follows a significant failure in December 2024, where the vehicle failed on multiple consumable items including front tyre tread, brake pads, and pitted brake discs. The successful retest indicates that these critical braking and tyre components were replaced, effectively resetting the maintenance cycle for these specific items. The mileage accumulation is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,232 miles per year. The records show a consistent annual progression, moving from 19,277 miles in February 2021 to 41,860 miles in November 2025. While the low mileage suggests light usage, the 2021 advisory regarding an offside rear tyre cracking or perishing suggests the vehicle may have experienced periods of standing still. This pattern of low usage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components rather than wear from high mileage. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and tyre condition. Although the December 2024 failure prompted repairs to the front pads and discs, the previous 2023 advisory regarding a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit suggests a recurring pattern of neglecting tyre maintenance. It is necessary to check the remaining tread depth and look for uneven wear that could indicate alignment issues or suspension bush deterioration. Given the history of pitted brake discs and worn pads, a thorough check of the braking performance is advised to ensure no binding calipers or uneven pad wear has developed since the last service. The buyer should also inspect all external rubber seals and tyre sidewalls for signs of perishing, as the 2021 record indicates the vehicle is susceptible to age-related rubber degradation due to its low annual mileage.