2017 Hyundai Ioniq 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · RO67 YCT

The most recent DVSA examination, conducted on 3 November 2025, returned a clean pass with no advisories, defects, or failure items recorded against the vehicle. Across the documented test history the Ioniq has consistently achieved pass outcomes, with a single failure noted on 21 October 2022 which was immediately rectified and re-presented the same day to achieve a pass. The absence of any advisories across four consecutive tests suggests that components typically flagged at MOT, such as brake pads, discs, tyres, suspension components, and exhaust integrity, have either been proactively maintained or have not yet reached the threshold where testers are obliged to comment. Overall the trend is stable and unremarkable in the most favourable sense for a prospective buyer, indicating a vehicle that has not been presenting obvious wear concerns at annual inspection. With a recorded mileage of 43,104 miles over approximately nine years, this Hyundai Ioniq averages around 4,789 miles annually, which is substantially below the typical mileage for a vehicle of this age and points towards either predominantly short-trip usage, occasional weekend or leisure use, or extended periods of standing between drives. Such low annual mileage reduces wear on high-mileage items such as the clutch, drivetrain, and engine internals, but it introduces its own set of age-related concerns. Infrequent use can accelerate degradation of rubber and polymer components, lead to moisture accumulation in fluids, and allow corrosion to take hold on brake discs and underbody areas that would normally be kept clear by regular driving. A prospective buyer should therefore be mindful that calendar age, rather than distance travelled, will dictate much of the necessary servicing on this particular example. Given the clean MOT record and the low annual mileage, physical inspection should focus on time-related deterioration rather than mileage-driven wear. The tyres warrant close scrutiny for sidewall perishing and cracking, which can occur even on lightly used tyres after several years, and the tread depth should be measured to confirm compliance with the legal minimum of 1.6mm. Brake discs, particularly on a vehicle that may have stood for prolonged periods, should be inspected for surface corrosion, and the caliper sliders checked for seizing or binding, as calipers that do not release cleanly can cause uneven pad wear and pulling under braking. The underbody, exhaust system, and suspension arms should be examined for any signs of standing corrosion, and the condition of the coil springs, anti-roll bar bushes, and drop links assessed for perishing or play. The 12-volt battery is another priority item on a low-mileage vehicle, as short journeys and infrequent use prevent full recharging and significantly shorten battery life; a load test or at minimum a voltage check under cranking conditions is advisable. Coolant, brake fluid, and transmission fluid all degrade over time irrespective of mileage, and confirmation should be sought that these have been replaced on a calendar basis in line with manufacturer schedules. On the test drive, listen for any clonks or knocks from the suspension over uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn bushes or top mounts, and feel for any vibration through the steering wheel that might indicate distorted brake discs from corrosion. Confirming full service history with stamps or invoices will be essential to verify that time-based servicing has been carried out, and given the hybrid powertrain, it would also be prudent to ensure that the high-voltage system has been inspected according to Hyundai's recommended intervals, as hybrid battery health cannot be inferred from conventional MOT data alone.