2013 Hyundai IX35 1.7L Diesel · RJ63 SGV

The MOT history for this Hyundai IX35 reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. In the most recent test on 17 April 2026 at 143,075 miles, the vehicle passed despite following a failure just three days prior. The tester identified several immediate wear items including thin front inner brake pads, worn front discs, and a front oil leak. While the vehicle passed, the 2026 advisory notes a worn nearside front suspension arm bush and a nearside front tyre reaching the legal limit, suggesting that components are only being addressed once they reach the point of inspection failure. With a recorded mileage of 143,075 miles over 13 years, the vehicle shows an average usage of approximately 11,000 miles per year, which is consistent with its age. However, the failure on 14 April 2026 at 143,074 miles highlights significant mechanical neglect in that interval. The tester found excessive play in the offside front track rod end and dangerous structural cuts reaching the cords on two tyres. Furthermore, the recurring presence of a low parking brake efficiency and excessive lever movement in both 2024 and 2026 indicates a poorly adjusted hand brake system that has not been properly maintained. The technical data shows a trend of deteriorating front suspension and braking components. The transition from a 2024 failure regarding a lower suspension ball joint to a 2026 advisory for a worn bush suggests the front-end assembly is nearing the end of its life. The front oil leak noted in April 2026 requires a close physical inspection to determine if it is a minor seal or a gasket failure. A buyer should budget for immediate replacement of the front brakes and a full parking brake adjustment, as the record suggests the previous owner only rectified faults when forced by an MOT failure.