2018 Hyundai Tucson S Blue Drive 2WD Crdi 1.7L Diesel · SD18 WFV

The vehicle remains roadworthy as of its most recent MOT on 2024-08-09, with no defects recorded at 43,028 miles. The maintenance trend is stable, showing consistent passing results across all prior tests since 2022, indicating diligent upkeep by the previous owner. The only notable failure occurred in early 2021, when both front tyres were found non-compliant — one due to insufficient tread depth and the other due to a cut exposing the ply. Since then, no further tyre-related or structural issues have been flagged, suggesting those defects were addressed and not recurring. The mileage progression is unusually low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging just over 5,300 miles per year. The jump from 20,491 miles in February 2021 to 33,075 miles by May 2022 represents roughly 12,500 miles in 15 months — a moderate pace. From 2022 to 2024, the vehicle accumulated only 9,953 miles, which aligns with the low annual average. This pattern suggests the car has been driven sparingly, possibly stored for periods or used infrequently, which may preserve mechanical components but also risk degradation of fluids, seals, and rubber parts due to inactivity. A buyer should inspect the front suspension bushes and wheel bearings closely, as low mileage often correlates with less wear on these components — but also means they may have aged without being exercised. The prior tyre failure indicates the vehicle was not regularly maintained for safety-critical items, so a full tyre inspection is essential, including sidewall integrity and tread wear patterns. Brake components should be checked for binding or corrosion, especially the rear calipers, which were flagged in the 2023 test. Exhaust and underbody corrosion should also be examined, as infrequent use can allow moisture to accumulate and accelerate rust in vulnerable areas. The absence of structural or emissions failures in recent tests is reassuring, but the low mileage warrants caution regarding fluid condition and electrical system reliability.