2020 Hyundai Tucson N LNE 48V Mhev Crdi 2WD 1.6L Electric diesel · ND20 VHO

The vehicle failed its most recent MOT on 2026-05-01 due to critically thin offside rear brake pads (1.1 mm), though it passed the same day after adjustments to headlight alignment and removal of obstructions—indicating a recent, repairable fault rather than systemic failure. The maintenance trend is worsening, as brake wear has progressed visibly over the past two tests: rear pads were merely “wearing thin” in April 2025, yet dropped below the 1.5 mm legal threshold within a year, suggesting aggressive driving, frequent short trips, or inadequate pad quality in prior replacements. Mileage rose from 18,003 to 68,458 over six years, averaging 11,410 miles annually—a reasonable rate for its age. However, a significant gap exists between the March 2024 and April 2025 tests (11 months), during which mileage jumped from 33,410 to 50,494—around 17,000 miles in under a year—followed by just 18,000 miles in the subsequent 13 months. This uneven usage pattern may indicate periods of heavy workload followed by reduced driving, potentially affecting component longevity, especially brakes and suspension. A buyer should prioritise inspecting the rear brake discs and pads, as pitting and scoring were noted in 2025 alongside progressively thin pads; worn or unevenly worn tyres—flagged twice on the front and once on the rear—warrant close examination for internal structural damage or alignment issues. The slight play in the nearside front track rod end ball joint, recorded in 2024, requires verification of steering linkage tightness and boot integrity, while recurring windscreen wiper blade defects suggest general neglect of minor consumables. Structural rust was not flagged, but given the age and mileage, underbody corrosion—particularly around suspension mounts and wheel arches—should be visually checked.