2020 Hyundai Tucson N LN48V Mhev CRDI2WD SA 1.6L Electric diesel · PL69 XDB

The most recent DVSA examination on 16 March 2026 resulted in a PASS, with advisories issued for slight perishing and thinning tread on both rear tyres of size 245/45 19. Tracing the record back, the 2024 test was entirely clean with no advisories, whereas the 2025 cycle shows a notable deterioration: a prior failure on 7 February 2025 was recorded for excessive play in the offside front track rod end ball joint, a major defect that carries clear safety implications for steering precision and front-end geometry. A subsequent pass three days later addressed the immediate failure but left several advisories outstanding, including front brake disc wear, rear tyre cracking, and condensation within the offside front headlamp. The overall maintenance trend therefore indicates a vehicle that was well kept through 2024 but has begun to show emerging wear items as it enters higher-mileage territory, warranting closer scrutiny of steering, braking, and lighting components. With approximately 51,320 miles recorded over six years, this Tucson is accumulating around 8,500 miles annually, which is broadly typical for its age and suggests regular rather than prolonged standing use. The mileage progression across tests appears consistent, indicating no extended periods of inactivity that might promote corrosion, seized brake calipers, or battery degradation. Nonetheless, a diesel mild-hybrid powertrain at this mileage will have placed meaningful load on the dual-mass flywheel, turbocharger, EGR system, and the 48V ancillary components, so verification of smooth cold starts, absence of warning lights, and full service history remains essential. Particular attention should be paid to the advisories already on file, as several represent developing rather than static conditions. The track rod end replacement noted in 2025 should be confirmed, and on a test drive any clonking from the front suspension over speed humps, vague steering on cambers, or uneven inner-edge tyre wear would suggest further deterioration of front suspension bushes, drop links, or wheel bearings. The noted front brake disc wear warrants a physical inspection of disc lip thickness, pad material remaining, and caliper slide pin freedom, as any juddering under braking or the vehicle pulling to one side would confirm component degradation. Both rear tyres show cracking and perishing despite adequate tread, which is characteristic of UV and age-related rubber degradation on a 2020-manufactured vehicle; replacement with fresh 245/45 19 items is sensible even before legal tread limits are reached. The water ingress noted in the offside front headlamp should be re-inspected, as moisture accumulation inside modern projector or LED units can lead to reflector tarnishing, electrical connector corrosion, and eventual bulb failure. Beyond the recorded advisories, a prospective buyer should verify the timing belt or chain service interval status, confirm recent renewal of brake fluid and engine coolant in line with calendar-based schedules, and ensure the 12V battery and 48V mild-hybrid system are functioning without stored fault codes. A thorough road test should include checking for diesel-specific concerns such as DPF regeneration cycles, turbo whistle under load, and any hesitation or rough idle indicative of injector wear, alongside a corroborating OBD diagnostic scan to ensure no latent emissions or powertrain faults are stored.