2012 Hyundai Veloster 1.6L Petrol · LM62 XSB

This 2012 Hyundai Veloster presents an ambiguous roadworthiness picture. The most recent MOT test, in August 2022 at 65,916 miles, passed with no defects. However, that test is now nearly four years old. The immediate history shows four clean passes in a row, which is a positive sign. Yet the absence of any record since 2022 is a notable gap that casts doubt on the vehicle's current condition. The maintenance trend appears stable based on past data, but the lack of a recent test prevents a confident assessment. The mileage pattern is low for the car's age, averaging roughly 4,700 miles per year. But the recorded odometer jumps from 50,737 miles in July 2021 to 65,916 miles just thirteen months later in August 2022. That is a high annual rate of about 14,000 miles. The car likely saw heavy use or was driven on longer journeys during that period, which would accelerate wear on tyres, brakes, and suspension components. Since the August 2022 test, no further mileage or test entries are recorded, making it impossible to know if subsequent use continued at a similar rate or if the car stood idle. The most significant historical fault occurred in July 2019: two rear tyres had structural lumps, and the rear brake pads were dangerously low at under 1.5 mm. These failures suggest a period of neglect before that test. The front brake pads were also worn to their limits. These items were rectified to achieve the same-day pass, but they indicate that basic consumable upkeep was not prioritised. A buyer should inspect all four tyres for age, cracking, or bulges, and check brake disc and pad thickness carefully. The suspension bushes and coil springs should be examined for splits or corrosion, as low-mileage use does not prevent age-related deterioration. Any signs of rust on subframes or sills should also be evaluated given the vehicle's fourteen-year age.