2012 Hyundai IX35 2.0L Diesel · RE12 VDF

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently passing, with the most recent MOT test on 2026-06-02 failing on 122,651 miles. This indicates that the vehicle has maintained sufficient roadworthiness through the current year, even though the most recent test was not passed. The maintenance trend is stable, as the vehicle has consistently passed the MOT in the present year without a failure, suggesting that the mechanical condition has remained within acceptable bounds despite the significant mileage accumulation. The mileage pattern reflects a rapid accumulation of 122,652 miles over roughly eight and a half years, which is consistent with an average of approximately 8,761 miles per year. This rate is typical for a 2012 Hyundai IX35, placing the vehicle in the category of older models where mileage often correlates with wear on consumables and suspension components. The gap between the 2025 and 2026 tests is negligible (109,769 to 122,652 miles), confirming that the vehicle has not experienced a sudden acceleration of wear since the 2025 test. Given the specific faults recorded, the buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and mechanical wear. The most critical issues include severe corrosion of the sub-frame and rear lower suspension arms, which are prone to failure under load. The front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints exhibit slight play, indicating potential alignment or bearing wear. Additionally, the rear brake binding is flagged as a serious mechanical risk that requires immediate attention, as this condition can lead to dangerous braking performance. The rear trailing arms and front position lamps also show signs of wear, particularly regarding fog lamp operation and lamp inoperativity. These recurring faults suggest that the vehicle may not be in good mechanical condition for safe driving, necessitating a thorough inspection by a qualified mechanic before transfer.