2016 Hyundai Tucson 1.7L Diesel · L60 BBB

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT on 16 September 2025 at 62,397 miles with no defects recorded. This marks a significant improvement compared to previous years where the car consistently failed the test. While the history shows a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than preventative servicing, the last two tests indicate that the current owner has addressed outstanding mechanical issues and is maintaining the vehicle to standard. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,240 miles per year. Data shows a steady progression from 28,830 miles in September 2019 to 62,397 miles in 2025. This low usage suggests the car has not been subjected to high-stress motorway environments, though the low annual mileage over a long period can sometimes lead to dry rot or the degradation of rubber components and fluid seals. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the record reveals recurring issues with track rod ends and steering components. In September 2023, the tester flagged excessive play in the offside front track rod end ball joint, and similar failures in 2019 and 2020 suggest these components may be prone to wear. It is also necessary to check for uneven tyre wear, as previous tests frequently noted tyres worn to the edges or legal limits. The braking system shows a history of significant neglect, with multiple failures for thin pads and pitted or scored discs between 2020 and 2022. While these appear to have been rectified based on clean passes in subsequent years, a buyer should verify the current condition of the brake discs and ensure the rear calipers are not binding. Given that the electronic parking brake control failed in 2023, this specific mechanism should be tested thoroughly to ensure the repair is permanent and free of electronic faults.