2022 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate Tgdi Phev 4X4A 1.6L Hybrid electric · LL55 ASA

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2022 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate TGDi PHEV 4X4A was conducted on 24 November 2025, resulting in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. The earlier test on 18 March 2025 also returned a pass, with only a minor advisory noting that the rear registration plate had deteriorated but was not considered likely to be misread under Item 0.1 (b) of the inspection manual. With two consecutive clean passes and no recurring advisories, structural advisories, or component-level failures logged, the official roadworthiness trend is stable and consistent with a vehicle that has been maintained to a satisfactory standard during its first three years on the road. The recorded mileage of 38,586 miles against an approximate four-year vehicle age equates to an annual average of around 9,646 miles, which is broadly typical for a modern family SUV in the UK and indicates regular rather than occasional use. There are no anomalous gaps or unusually rapid accumulation apparent from the test intervals, suggesting the vehicle has been driven consistently, which is generally beneficial for the long-term health of the high-voltage battery system, the plug-in hybrid powertrain, the 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine, and the conventional mechanical components such as brakes, tyres, and suspension. Consistent mileage also tends to reduce the risk of fluid degradation from prolonged standing, seized brake calipers, and dried-out rubber seals, all of which are common concerns with low-use plug-in hybrids. The annual rate suggests that routine servicing schedules have likely been followed at appropriate intervals rather than being heavily back-loaded. Given the clean MOT history and moderate, steady usage, physical inspection should still focus on age-related deterioration rather than obvious wear-out items. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, which can develop independently of tread depth on vehicles that are four years old, particularly those frequently parked outdoors. The 12-volt auxiliary battery, as well as the high-voltage traction battery state of health, should be verified, as PHEV auxiliary batteries can suffer from parasitic drain. Brake discs, especially the rear units, may exhibit surface corrosion from standing periods combined with the regenerative braking characteristic of hybrids, which can lead to binding calipers; these should be checked for smooth operation and any resistance when the vehicle is rolled. All fluid services, including engine oil, brake fluid, coolant, and the automatic transmission fluid where applicable, should be confirmed as being within their calendar-based replacement intervals, as these degrade by time as well as mileage. The plug-in hybrid charging system, including the cable and connector, should be inspected for wear or damage, and the high-voltage system should be confirmed as having no warning lights or fault codes stored. On a test drive, particular attention should be paid to the smooth transition between the electric and combustion powertrains, the operation of the regenerative braking system, and the function of the four-wheel-drive system under light load. Listen for any suspension knocks or clonks over uneven surfaces, which could indicate wear to the control arm bushes, anti-roll bar links, or coil spring seats, and observe whether the vehicle tracks straight without pulling, which would suggest no uneven brake effort or alignment issues. The rear registration plate deterioration noted at the previous MOT is cosmetic and easily remedied, but it is worth confirming that any replacement plate matches the original specification for spacing, font, and reflectivity. Overall, this Tucson presents as a well-maintained example with a stable MOT record, and a standard pre-purchase inspection covering tyres, brakes, fluids, and the hybrid powertrain should provide sufficient confidence in its continued roadworthiness.