2014 Hyundai IX20 1.6L Diesel · PX64 MSY

The Hyundai ix20 presents a mixed roadworthiness picture as of its most recent MOT activity in June 2025. The vehicle failed and passed on the same day at 95,836 miles after a stop lamp defect was rectified, but the underlying maintenance trend is clearly worsening. Recurring corrosion advisories on the rear suspension arm and rear coil spring appeared in both the 2025 pass and fail entries, indicating these are persistent structural concerns rather than one-off items. The nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover had deteriorated to the point of no longer preventing dirt ingress by the fail test, a step change from the earlier advisory on the track rod end cover. This progression from advisories to failures on suspension dust covers suggests the rubber protection is degrading across multiple joints, increasing the risk of premature joint wear and contamination. The mileage pattern is broadly typical for a 2014 vehicle, averaging roughly 8,000 miles per year. The record shows a notable jump from 71,309 miles in June 2022 to 79,192 miles in June 2023, covering nearly 8,000 miles in a single year, followed by a steadier 12,381-mile gain to 91,573 miles by June 2024. The most recent year saw only 4,263 additional miles, suggesting lighter use or a period of reduced driving. The MOT history itself is well documented with consecutive annual tests, so there are no concerning gaps in the record. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the rear underside, where the corroded suspension arm and coil spring raise legitimate questions about structural integrity, particularly whether the corrosion has progressed since the June 2025 pass. The condition of all suspension ball joint dust covers, including the nearside front unit that failed its cover check, deserves close scrutiny as deteriorated covers accelerate joint wear and can lead to costly suspension rebuilds. The rear brake discs were flagged as worn and pitted in 2022, and with no subsequent advisories, a buyer should verify their current thickness and condition. The recurring advisory on rear tyre damage and inner edge deformation also warrants a hands-on check for tracking or alignment issues that may be unevenly wearing the tyres.