2016 Hyundai Tucson 1.7L Diesel · HD16 AAJ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear improving maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 11 September 2025 at 54,194 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects or advisories, indicating that the car currently meets all minimum safety requirements. This follows a successful retest in 2024, which suggests the previous owner was proactive in addressing identified mechanical issues to maintain operational standards. The mileage pattern is consistently low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per annum. Between September 2022 at 36,069 miles and September 2025 at 54,194 miles, the vehicle covered only 18,125 miles, confirming light usage patterns. The 5,527-mile interval between the two most recent tests shows a regular and predictable driving schedule. While low mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, it can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components or seals if the vehicle sits for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that suffer from low-mileage use. Although the MOT history is clean of recurring structural rust or suspension failures, the low usage justifies a check for brake caliper corrosion and disc pitting, which can occur when not frequently used. Given the vehicle failed a test in September 2024 at 48,667 miles before passing immediately after, the buyer should verify the specific mechanical fix that caused that failure to ensure the repair was robust and not merely a temporary patch.