2016 Hyundai Tucson 1.7L Diesel · SF16 ABG

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean record of passes. The most recent test on 25 January 2025 at 123,011 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This suggests the car is currently in a mechanically sound state according to DVSA standards, following a consistent trend of clean certificates dating back several years. The mileage is high for a ten year old vehicle, averaging roughly 12,301 miles per year. There was a significant increase in usage between August 2022 and October 2023, where the odometer rose from 81,066 to 101,491 miles. A further 21,520 miles were covered between October 2023 and January 2025. This high-mileage pattern indicates the car has been used heavily, likely for long-distance commuting, which generally puts more stress on the drivetrain and suspension than short urban trips. The absence of advisories across multiple tests is unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage. While the record is clean, the high mileage makes it necessary to manually inspect high-wear components. A buyer should check the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs for wear that may not have reached a failure threshold but will soon require replacement. Attention should be paid to the underbody for signs of corrosion, as the MOT record does not provide a detailed history of structural integrity. Given the high mileage, verifying the service history for timing belt or chain replacements and transmission fluid changes is essential to ensure the mechanical longevity of the engine and gearbox.