2018 Hyundai Tucson 1.6L Petrol · ML18 AEP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test on 19 August 2025 at 71,049 miles passed with no defects, the failure just one day prior revealed multiple safety-critical issues. These failures, specifically involving excessive parking brake movement, ineffective windscreen wipers, and thin brake pads and tyres, suggest the vehicle is often only serviced when necessitated by inspection deadlines rather than following a preventative maintenance schedule. The mileage progression is consistent with typical annual use for a modern SUV, averaging approximately 8,900 miles per year. The car travelled from 14,049 miles in April 2021 to 71,049 miles by August 2025, showing a steady increase in usage without long periods of neglect. The gap between the September 2024 test and the August 2025 test saw an accumulation of 12,255 miles, reflecting a consistent driving pattern that puts standard wear on consumable components like the drivetrain, braking system, and suspension. A buyer should focus closely on the braking system and suspension components during a physical inspection. The 2025 failure flagged thin rear brake pads and an improperly adjusted parking brake lever, which warrants a check of the mechanical cables and the condition of the rear caliper pistons. Furthermore, the recurring mention of tyres worn on the edges in both 2023 and 2025 indicates potential wheel alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that should be addressed to prevent premature tyre degradation. Given the wiper failure, the state of the rubber blades and the motor linkage of the wiper assembly should also be verified to ensure visibility is not compromised.