2019 Hyundai Ioniq 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · LO69 TKC

The most recent MOT, conducted on 5 March 2026, resulted in a full pass with no recorded defects, continuing an unbroken series of clean certificates dating back to December 2022. This uninterrupted record indicates a stable maintenance pattern; there are no signs of deteriorating condition or recurring faults, suggesting that the owner has kept the vehicle in a condition that consistently meets the statutory safety and emissions standards. At 129 802 miles the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq has accumulated roughly 18 500 miles per annum, which is well above the typical UK average of around 10‑12 000 miles per year for a family hatchback. Such a high annual usage rate accelerates wear on consumables such as tyre tread, brake pads and discs, suspension bushings, and engine oil. There are no evident gaps in the MOT chronology that would imply long periods of storage, so the mileage appears to reflect regular, sustained driving rather than intermittent use. For a prospective buyer the primary visual checks should focus on tyre condition: examine tread depth, sidewall cracking and any signs of dry rot that can develop with age even if tread remains acceptable. Verify that the 12‑volt battery terminals are clean and that the battery holds charge, as a seven‑year‑old unit may be approaching the end of its service life regardless of mileage. Inspect all fluid reservoirs – engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and power‑steering fluid – for correct levels, discoloration or particulate contamination, and consider a fluid change if the service stamps are absent or the last change predates the 2024 service interval. A thorough mechanical appraisal should include a road‑test for any suspension noises such as clunking over bumps, which could indicate worn ball joints or deteriorated rubber bushings, and for brake performance – listen for shudder, pulsation or grinding that would point to disc wear or glazing of pads. Check the condition of the brake discs for surface rust or scoring, especially after the vehicle has been driven in wet or coastal environments. Finally, confirm that the service book contains regular oil changes, timing‑belt or chain inspections (as applicable), and that any recommended time‑based maintenance such as spark‑plug replacement or coolant flushes has been carried out; absence of these records may necessitate pre‑emptive servicing to preserve long‑term reliability.