2007 Hyundai Tucson 2.0L Petrol · SC56 CYA

The 2007 Hyundai Tucson presents a stable and improving roadworthiness trend, culminating in a clean pass at 82,083 miles on 20 August 2024. The tester recorded zero defects or advisories on that most recent test, and the same clean result was repeated on 24 August 2023 at 79,288 miles. Two failed tests appear in the record, both on the exact same dates as the passes at 75,902 miles and 79,288 miles, with no defects listed against those failures. This pattern strongly suggests administrative re-tests rather than genuine mechanical faults, meaning the vehicle has effectively passed its last two MOTs without any flagged issues. The mileage profile is notably low for a vehicle approaching nineteen years of age. Across the recorded history, the odometer moved from 75,902 miles on 1 September 2022 to 79,288 miles by 24 August 2023, a gain of 3,386 miles over roughly eleven months, then climbed to 82,083 miles by 20 August 2024, adding a further 2,795 miles over the following year. This equates to approximately 3,000 to 3,400 miles annually in the most recent period, which is below the UK average but consistent rather than erratic. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in accumulation that would suggest odometer tampering or prolonged periods of disuse. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. The Tucson's age means structural corrosion around sills, subframes, and suspension mounting points warrants close scrutiny, even if no tester has flagged it yet. Front and rear suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers should be checked for deterioration typical of a vehicle approaching two decades. Brake calipers, discs, and handbrake mechanisms merit attention given the earlier failed-test entries, even though no specific defects were recorded. The exhaust system, including the catalytic converter and mounting rubbers, should be inspected for corrosion and emissions compliance. Tyre condition, tread depth, and alignment should be verified, as uneven wear can indicate hidden suspension or steering geometry issues not captured by a standard MOT.