2019 Hyundai Tucson N Line T-GDI 2WD 1.6L Petrol · HD19 NKT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift from clean records to emerging wear. While the car passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 49,768 miles, the tester identified multiple advisories that were absent in the previous years of testing. This suggests that the vehicle has reached a stage where rubber components and consumables are beginning to reach their functional limits, requiring proactive attention to prevent future failures. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent with a low-use profile, averaging approximately 7,100 miles per year over its seven-year life. The jump from 17,522 miles in 2022 to 40,568 miles in 2024 shows steady usage without extreme spikes. However, the accumulation of 9,200 miles between July 2024 and July 2025 coincides with the initial failure in 2023 due to insufficient tread depth, indicating that the owner may have neglected basic tyre maintenance checks until the MOT interval forced action. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the suspension system, as the July 2025 test flagged worn suspension arm pins and bushes on all four corners. Although these did not result in an immediate failure at the time, the universal nature of the wear suggests a systemic degradation of the bushings. The buyer should also verify the nearside front windscreen for cracks that may migrate further into the driver's view, and check the condition of the tyres, specifically the cut on the nearside rear and the nail in the offside rear, to ensure no structural damage to the tyre carcasses exists.