2011 Hyundai IX20 1.4L Diesel · NV11 BYX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a PASS on 13 August 2025 at 90,776 miles, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning pattern of recurring and worsening issues, particularly in the braking system and suspension. The most recent test confirms that both front and rear brake discs remain worn, pitted, or scored—indicating persistent neglect in brake pad or disc replacement over multiple tests. This suggests the previous owner did not address these issues promptly, despite them being flagged as early as 2023. Additionally, the offside rear registration plate lamp failure persists from earlier records, indicating ongoing electrical or bulb maintenance lapses. Mileage has increased steadily at an average of approximately 6,050 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 15-year-old vehicle. However, the gap between the 2024-08-16 failure and the subsequent 2024-08-17 pass is only one day, raising questions about whether the repair was completed in time for the retest or if it was a procedural oversight. More notably, the vehicle accumulated 8,729 miles between the 2023-08-10 failure and the 2024-08-16 failure—a significant increase in a single year—suggesting potential long-term neglect during this period. The repeated emissions failures (in 2023 and 2024) further indicate possible underlying engine or exhaust system issues that may have been deferred. A buyer must conduct a thorough in-person inspection of the suspension components, especially the track rod ends, which were found to have excessive play in three separate tests from 2023 onwards. The steering and handling could be compromised, and continued use without replacement risks sudden failure. The brake system remains a critical concern: the persistent wear on all four brake discs, combined with binding brakes and imbalanced performance, points to inadequate servicing. The fuel tank leak recorded in 2023 also demands immediate attention, as it poses a fire hazard and indicates possible corrosion or damage to the tank or its mounting. Structural integrity should be verified, particularly around the rear wheel arches and underbody where rust may have developed due to the repeated brake pipe corrosion findings.