2012 Hyundai IX20 1.6L Diesel · RJ62 UKM

The vehicle presents as roadworthy following a clean pass at 87,900 miles on 18 August 2025, indicating a stabilised maintenance trend after a period of mechanical deterioration. The tester recorded zero defects on this date, marking a decisive shift from the previous cycle where critical braking and suspension faults dominated. In September 2024 at 84,486 miles, the offside rear flexible brake pipe showed casing swelling and the nearside front tyre sat dangerously close to the legal tread limit with pronounced edge wear. A failed test just days earlier that month at 84,390 miles compounded these issues by flagging parking brake efficiency below half the required value. The transition from hydraulic and wear-related failures to a straightforward pass demonstrates the previous keeper resolved urgent mechanical deficiencies before the latest inspection. Minor electrical oversights on the same day in August 2025, specifically a non-functioning offside dipped beam headlamp and a faulty nearside stop lamp, suggest routine bulb replacement was simply deferred rather than neglected entirely. Annual mileage sits at approximately 6,280 miles per year across the fourteen-year lifespan, aligning closely with standard usage patterns for a compact hatchback of this era. The odometer progression remains consistent, recording an increase of 4,744 miles between the September 2023 and August 2024 tests, followed by a further 3,414 miles leading up to the August 2025 examination. This steady accumulation rules out severe underuse or sudden high-mileage periods that typically accelerate drivetrain fatigue. The twelve-month intervals between official examinations provide a reliable snapshot of wear progression without significant data gaps. The absence of advisory notes on the current certificate confirms that corrosion, exhaust emissions, and steering geometry remain within acceptable parameters at this stage. Prospective buyers should prioritise a thorough examination of the braking and suspension assemblies during a pre-purchase inspection. The repeated casing swelling on the rear flexible brake line and the initial parking brake deficiency demand verification that all hydraulic pipework replaced correctly and that the handbrake cable tension holds firm under load. Pronounced edge wear on multiple front tyres points directly to camber misalignment or worn suspension bushes, so you must check the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage for excessive play and inspect the lower control arm rubber mounts for cracking. Confirm the brake discs show even scoring rather than stepped lips. Addressing these mechanical fundamentals will ensure the vehicle maintains its current roadworthy status without unexpected component failure.