2022 Hyundai Ioniq 1.6L Hybrid electric · PJ22 CPV

Immediate tyre safety concerns and significant tread wear issues defined the most recent inspection on 6 August 2026, where the vehicle failed due to a dangerous defect involving exposed cords on the offside front tyre. This failure was accompanied by a major defect regarding a cut in the nearside rear tyre and an advisory for the nearside front tyre showing cracking and edge wear. While the vehicle achieved a pass the following day, the transition from the 2025 test, which noted binding brakes and thinning pads, to these critical tyre failures suggests a pattern of consumables reaching the end of their serviceable life simultaneously. The recorded mileage of 37,447 miles over approximately four years indicates a consistent usage pattern of roughly 9,362 miles per year. This level of annual accumulation is typical for a modern passenger vehicle and suggests the mechanical components have been subjected to regular, predictable wear rather than the stresses of high-intensity long-distance driving or the potential degradation associated with long periods of inactivity. The mileage is consistent with the age of the vehicle, meaning the wear on components like tyres and brake pads aligns with expected operational cycles for this distance. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the braking system during a test drive, given the 2025 advisories regarding thinning rear brake pads and a binding nearside rear service brake. Listen for any scraping or grinding noises when applying the brakes and feel for any unevenness or pulsation through the brake pedal, which could indicate uneven pad wear or sticking calipers. It is also advisable to check the condition of the tyres across the entire vehicle, not just those flagged in the 2026 failure, to ensure that the cracking and perishing noted on the nearside front is not a widespread issue across the set. During the road test, monitor the steering response and listen for any rhythmic thumping or vibrations that might indicate the structural integrity of the tyre sidewalls has been compromised beyond the immediate repairs. Given the recent history of tyre damage and edge wear, check for any pulling to one side during straight-line driving, which could suggest that the previous tyre issues were symptomatic of underlying suspension geometry or alignment problems. Ensure that the recent tyre replacements have been carried out to a high standard and that the vehicle tracks straight under moderate braking.