2019 Hyundai Ioniq 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · HS19 YPF

The 2019 Hyundai Ionq presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a fully clean pass on 14 June 2026 at 39,643 miles with zero defects recorded. This is the most recent MOT on file, dated just four days ago, and it confirms the vehicle currently meets all DVSA roadworthiness standards. The only blemish on the entire record occurred on 18 June 2024, when both front tyres failed for tread depth below the 1.6mm legal minimum at 19,808 miles. That same day, a retest passed with no further issues, indicating the previous owner promptly replaced the tyres rather than neglecting them. No mechanical, structural, or corrosion-related advisories have ever appeared across the five tests. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 5,663 miles per year. The progression tells a clear story: the car covered just 3,661 miles between June 2023 and June 2024, then jumped sharply by 10,995 miles in the following twelve months to June 2025, before adding another 8,840 miles to reach 39,643 by June 2026. This pattern suggests a shift from very light use to more regular commuting or longer journeys in recent years. The gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests is particularly tight in mileage, raising the possibility the vehicle stood idle for extended periods. Prolonged sitting can cause flat-spotting on tyres, moisture accumulation in brake fluid, and surface corrosion on brake discs and exhaust components, none of which have manifested as failures but warrant a physical check. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still inspect the underbody, suspension bushes, and brake components in person. The two front tyres failed simultaneously in 2024, which often points to alignment issues, worn tracking, or neglected tyre rotation rather than simple wear. Check the inner edges of all four tyres for uneven wear and have the wheel alignment verified. Examine the brake discs and pads for lipping and uneven deposits, particularly at the rear, since low-mileage vehicles that sit for long periods can develop surface corrosion that accelerates pad wear. Inspect the exhaust system for corrosion at joints and hangers, and check the suspension for any perishing of rubber bushes that can occur from age rather than mileage. The clean MOT history is encouraging, but the low-annual-mileage profile means age-related deterioration deserves as much attention as wear-related faults.