2015 Hyundai IX20 1.6L Petrol · ML15 VGP

Recurring issues with braking systems and steering components define the mechanical profile of this Hyundai ix20, with the most recent test on 24 November 2025 resulting in a pass following a failure for a non-functional nearside front position lamp. The inspection history shows a pattern of braking-related failures and advisories, including a dangerous defect for insufficient brake pad thickness in August 2023, a major failure for parking brake efficiency in February 2025, and an insecurely mounted nearside rear hydraulic brake caliper in February 2024. While the most recent result shows no defects, the frequency of brake-related interventions suggests a history of component wear and mechanical instability within the braking circuit. The vehicle has covered 97,770 miles over approximately 11 years, which equates to an average annual usage of roughly 8,888 miles. This mileage pattern is consistent with typical residential or short-distance commuting use for a vehicle of this age. Mechanically, this level of accumulation suggests that while the drivetrain may not have faced extreme high-mileage stress, the consumables such as brake pads, discs, and suspension bushes have been subjected to regular, steady wear cycles consistent with its age and distance travelled. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the braking system and steering during a test drive, given the documented history of binding calipers, insecure mounting bolts, and worn discs. Listen for any unusual grinding noises when applying the brakes or feel for any pedal judder or unevenness, which could indicate issues with the rear discs noted in the November 2025 advisory. The parking brake should be tested thoroughly to ensure it holds the vehicle firmly on an incline, as efficiency failures have been recorded previously. Additionally, the reported oil leak from the 2024 test should be visually inspected for any signs of fresh seepage or heavy accumulation around the engine or gearbox casings. Steering precision is another area requiring scrutiny due to repeated advisories regarding slight free play in the nearside front steering rack. On the road, the driver should check for any vague steering response, wandering at motorway speeds, or audible knocks and clunks when turning the wheel or driving over uneven surfaces, which could indicate further degradation of the steering rack or associated linkages. The combination of steering play and braking irregularities means a thorough assessment of the front-end mechanical integrity is essential to ensure these previously flagged issues have been fully rectified.