2007 Hyundai Getz 1.1L Petrol · MW07 WDL

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows signs of aging components and recurring fluid-related issues. The most recent test in January 2023 at 159,856 miles passed despite a non-excessive oil leak and a nearside front tyre reaching the legal limit. While the car has passed consecutively, the persistence of oil leaks across the 2022 and 2023 tests suggests a slow weeping seal that has not been proactively addressed. At 159,856 miles over 19 years, the car has averaged approximately 8,400 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for its age. However, there is a significant gap in the record between the January 2022 test and the January 2023 test, where the vehicle covered nearly 20,000 miles. This period of high use, combined with the perishing rear tyres noted in 2022, indicates that the vehicle has been subjected to significant stress which likely accelerated the wear of rubber components between inspections. A buyer must prioritise the front suspension, as the tester flagged movement in the wishbone pins or bushes on both sides back in 2018. Given the age and mileage, these rubber elements are likely nearing end of life and will affect steering precision and cause uneven tyre wear. The severe deterioration of both CV boots recorded in 2019 also necessitates a physical inspection to ensure no grease loss has occurred, which would lead to premature drive shaft failure. The recurring oil leak requires a thorough check to determine if the source is a simple valve cover gasket or a more significant engine seal. Because the last MOT was conducted over three years ago, the current state of the brakes, exhaust system, and structural integrity is unknown. The buyer should look for significant corrosion on the undercarriage and check the exhaust flexi for new leaks, as the 2019 record indicates a known history of exhaust issues on this model.