2015 Hyundai IX20 1.4L Petrol · RA65 FTC

Recurring front‑brake‑pad wear is the most salient mechanical theme, having been flagged as an advisory at three consecutive annual tests (2021, 2025 and 2026). Each of those examinations resulted in a pass, the latest on 25 August 2026, but the repeated note that the pads are “wearing thin” indicates that the braking system is approaching its service limit and will likely require replacement in the near term if the vehicle is to retain safe stopping performance. The recorded 39,921 mi on a vehicle first registered in 2015 works out to roughly 3,600 mi per year, well below the average utilisation for a car of this age. Such low annual mileage often points to periods of limited use or extended storage, which can place different stresses on rubber seals, suspension bushings and electronic components compared with a high‑usage vehicle. The MOT history shows no gaps in testing, with annual examinations from 2020 onward, suggesting the car has been kept on the road and presented for inspection each year despite the modest mileage. Prospective buyers should focus the test drive on the front braking system: feel for any pedal sponginess, pulsation or excessive travel, listen for squeal or grinding that may signal worn pads or discs, and inspect the pad thickness visually if possible. The 2021 advisory about front tyres being close to the legal tread limit also warrants a thorough tyre inspection—check for uneven wear, sidewall cracks and verify that the tread depth exceeds 1.6 mm across the tread face. Although the rear registration plate was only noted as deteriorated, ensure the characters are fully legible and the plate is securely mounted, as a loose plate can become a safety issue at speed. Given the otherwise clean MOT record, the vehicle shows no recorded structural or emission defects, but the low‑usage pattern means that ageing of suspension components, bushings and rubber mounts should be examined for any cracking, corrosion or loss of compliance. A qualified pre‑purchase inspection that includes a check of the brake discs for scoring, a measurement of tyre tread depth, and a visual survey of the under‑body for rust or fluid leaks will provide the most reliable indication of whether the car remains roadworthy beyond the next MOT.