2015 Hyundai IX35 1.7L Diesel · KR65 EOE

Recurring issues with the tyre pressure monitoring system and various lighting circuit faults define the mechanical profile of this Hyundai IX35, alongside a recent trend of suspension and tyre wear advisories. The most recent test on 25 November 2025 resulted in a pass, but followed a failure for an inoperative tyre pressure monitoring system. This failure has appeared in consecutive testing cycles, appearing as a major defect in late 2024 and again in late 2025. Furthermore, the vehicle has shown a pattern of electrical advisories involving fog lamp switches and tell-tales, suggesting persistent minor electrical or sensor-related issues that have surfaced periodically over the last three years. The vehicle has covered 165,140 miles over its eleven-year lifespan, representing an average annual accumulation of approximately 15,013 miles. This usage level is higher than the UK average, which typically places increased mechanical demand on consumable components and wear items. Such high mileage often correlates with the progressive degradation of suspension components and braking systems, as evidenced by the recorded advisories for thinning brake pads in 2023 and the current state of the tyres and suspension linkages. The consistent annual mileage suggests regular road use rather than long periods of inactivity, which typically leads to more predictable wear patterns on the drivetrain and chassis. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the front suspension during a test drive, specifically regarding the nearside and offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints which were flagged for having slight play in the latest inspection. Listen for any rhythmic knocking, clunking, or rattling sounds when driving over uneven surfaces or speed bumps, as this indicates the play in these joints is progressing. Additionally, the recent advisories for front and offside rear tyres being worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edges suggest a need to inspect the wheel alignment or camber settings. If the steering pulls to one side or the vehicle wanders on straight roads, it may indicate that the tyre wear is symptomatic of underlying suspension geometry issues. The history of tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctions and various fog lamp switch failures warrants a thorough electrical check. During a test drive, verify that the TPMS warning light behaves correctly and that all fog lamp functions, including the dashboard tell-tales, operate as intended. Given the 2022 failure regarding parking brake efficiency and the 2023 advisory for thin front brake pads, the braking system should be evaluated for any pedal judder, sponginess, or uneven pulling under braking. Ensuring the parking brake holds firmly on an incline is essential to confirm that previous efficiency failures have been fully rectified.