2011 Hyundai IX35 1.7L Diesel · RR10 BEC

A pattern of front‑end wear and minor fluid leakage defines this IX35’s recent MOT history; recurring advisories for both nearside and off‑side front suspension arm pins or bushes, steering rack inner‑joint play and an oil leak have appeared each year since 2022, while tyre edge wear and a smooth‑wearing brake pedal have been flagged repeatedly. The vehicle cleared its latest 2025‑12‑29 test without any recorded defects, indicating that none of those issues have progressed to a failure point, yet the persistence of the same advisories suggests they remain unresolved and should be addressed before further use. At 101,470 mi on a 2011 model the annual average of roughly 6,800 mi is typical for a vehicle of this age, and the MOT record shows no significant gaps in testing, implying consistent road use rather than long periods of storage. The mileage level aligns with the observed tyre wear advisories – the front tyres were noted as close to the legal limit in 2022 and 2023 – and with the gradual wear of suspension bushings that often becomes noticeable after several hundred thousand miles of service. Consequently, the wear items recorded are consistent with normal ageing rather than an abrupt increase in mileage that would point to unusually harsh usage. When inspecting the car, concentrate on the front suspension and steering assembly. Listen for clunking or knocking over bumps, and feel for any looseness or wandering when the steering wheel is turned, which would corroborate the reported rack inner‑joint play and worn arm bushings. Examine the engine bay for fresh oil stains or drips that could confirm the ongoing oil leak, and check the condition of the oil level and any signs of seepage around the valve cover and oil filter housing. On the brake side, press the pedal firmly; a smooth‑wearing pedal may feel overly soft or lack a firm bite, and the rear disc surface should be inspected for scoring or pitting that could have progressed since the advisory. Given the repeated advisories, a prospective buyer should budget for front suspension bush replacement and a thorough inspection of the steering rack, as worn bushings can lead to altered wheel alignment and uneven tyre wear. The front tyres will need replacement soon, as they were already at the legal limit a few years ago, and the rear brake discs should be measured for thickness to confirm they remain within safe limits. Finally, locate and rectify the oil leak and consider a fresh brake fluid flush, especially since brake fluid discolouration was noted in 2021, to ensure the hydraulic system remains reliable. Addressing these items will bring the vehicle’s mechanical condition in line with its otherwise clean recent MOT outcomes.