2013 Hyundai IX35 Premium 4WD Crdi 134 2.0L Heavy oil · JHZ 4002

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2013 Hyundai ix35 Premium 4WD CRDi was conducted on 20 October 2025, resulting in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. Looking at the available history, the vehicle has passed each subsequent annual test without any advisories, including the tests in 2024, 2023, 2022, and 2021. The complete absence of advisories across five consecutive MOT examinations indicates a stable and well-maintained mechanical trend, suggesting that the previous owner has addressed wear items promptly and that the vehicle has not been presented for test with borderline components. A clean record of this nature is a positive indicator, though it should be noted that MOT testing is a standards-based roadworthiness check rather than a comprehensive mechanical inspection, and it does not cover engine internals, clutch condition, or full drivetrain health. With 132,910 recorded miles over approximately 13 years, the ix35 is averaging around 10,224 miles per year, which is broadly consistent with typical UK motoring patterns for a vehicle of this age and segment. This moderate annual mileage suggests regular use rather than long periods of standing or excessively high motorway mileage, both of which carry their own distinct wear implications. At this odometer reading, the 2.0-litre CRDi diesel engine and associated drivetrain components would have accumulated significant working hours, meaning that consumables such as timing belt, dual-mass flywheel, clutch (if manual), turbocharger, and diesel particulate filter condition should be considered. The absence of any recorded mileage gaps or unusual jumps in the MOT history indicates consistent odometer readings year on year, which is reassuring from a provenance standpoint. For a prospective buyer inspecting this ix35, attention should focus on age and mileage-related items that fall outside the scope of MOT testing. The 12V battery should be load-tested, as units over five years old frequently struggle in colder weather, and diesel starting systems place additional demand on battery health. Brake discs and calipers should be examined for corrosion and seizing, particularly given the four-wheel-drive configuration where the rear calipers are prone to binding after periods of light use, leading to uneven pad wear and potential MOT failure in future tests. Coolant, brake fluid, and automatic or manual transmission fluid should be checked against service schedules, as these degrade by calendar age rather than mileage alone, and a thorough service history inspection is essential to confirm adherence to the manufacturer's recommended change intervals. On a physical inspection and test drive, the tyres warrant particular scrutiny for sidewall cracking and perishing, which can occur on a thirteen-year-old vehicle regardless of tread depth, and all four tyres should ideally be of matching specification appropriate to the four-wheel-drive system. The underside should be examined for corrosion, exhaust integrity, and any signs of oil or coolant leaks from the engine, transmission, or differential units, with a focus on the intercooler and turbocharger pipework which are known weak points on the CRDi unit. During the test drive, listen for suspension clonks over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, which would indicate worn bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, or coil springs, and pay attention to any clutch slip or judder, excessive vibration, or hesitation under acceleration that might suggest impending dual-mass flywheel or turbocharger concerns. A diagnostic scan for stored fault codes in the engine, transmission, and ABS control units would be prudent given the vehicle's age and mileage, as would verification of the four-wheel-drive system engaging correctly through tight manoeuvres on a slippery surface.