2019 Hyundai Tucson 1.6L Petrol · HS19 TZL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward reactive rather. While the Tucson passed its test in January 2026 at 52,765 miles, the tester flagged multiple defects including thin rear brake pads and rear tyres worn to the legal limit. These issues indicate that although the vehicle was mechanically sound in previous years, the owner has recently neglected basic consumable maintenance items until they reached an MOT failure threshold. The mileage pattern is consistent with a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with 7,254 miles covered between February 2023 and February 2024, and another 6,842 miles recorded between February 2024 and February 2025. This regular use suggests the vehicle has not suffered from stagnation, though the failure in February 2025 due to ineffective wipers and insufficient washer fluid highlights minor visibility-related concerns that do not suggest deep-seated drivetrain issues. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the braking system to ensure the thin rear pads have not caused excessive wear or scoring to the discs. The edge wear noted on the rear tyres suggests a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes, which requires a professional check to prevent further rapid degradation. Given the recent failure for visibility components, the buyer should also verify the condition of the wiper blades and the washer pump system to ensure these were properly rectified following the January 2026 test.