2012 Hyundai IX35 1.6L Petrol · SD12 DWX

The vehicle presents a functional roadworthiness status, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred repairs regarding mechanical components. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 110,694 miles, this followed a failure just six days prior. That failure specifically highlighted an inoperative nearside rear parking brake and overall braking efficiency below requirements, suggesting that the owner only addressed critical faults when necessary to pass the MOT rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. This pattern indicates a reactive approach to vehicle upkeep. At 110,694 miles, the fourteen-year-old Hyundai ix35 averages approximately 7,900 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a family vehicle. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 6,000 miles covered between January 2024 and another 5,000 miles by October 2025. This steady mileage accumulation typically puts predictable wear on rubber components and mechanical joints, which aligns with the recurring suspension-related advisories noted throughout the last two years of testing. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front and rear suspension geometry. The record repeatedly flags worn front ball joints and suspension arm bushes, dating back to January 2024 at 99,758 miles. Although these were noted as advisories initially, they escalated as failures in late 2024, indicating components nearing the end of their service life. The braking system also requires close attention; the history shows a progression from binding calipers and pitted discs to a complete parking brake mechanical failure. The buyer should verify that the parking brake is now fully effective and that the rear brake components are free from excessive corrosion or uneven wear.