2017 Hyundai Tucson 1.6L Petrol · SJ67 CPN

The 2017 Hyundai Tucson presents a stable and generally improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 11 December 2025 at 61,620 miles. The sole advisory recorded at that most recent test was rear brake pads wearing thin, a routine consumable wear item rather than a mechanical defect. This outcome marks a notable improvement over the January 2024 test cycle, where the vehicle failed on multiple tyre and brake defects before passing later that same day on a retest. The trajectory from multiple advisories and a failure in early 2024 to a near-flawless pass by late 2025 suggests the previous owner addressed outstanding defects promptly and maintained the vehicle adequately through its most recent years of use. The mileage accumulation of approximately 6,847 miles per year over nine years sits squarely within typical annual usage for a vehicle of this age and class. The record shows a steady progression from 34,169 miles in January 2023 to 44,129 miles in January 2024, then to 53,523 miles in January 2025, and finally to 61,620 miles in December 2025. This consistent year-on-year increase indicates regular daily use rather than prolonged periods of standing, which reduces concerns about deterioration from inactivity such as flat-spotted tyres, seized brakes, or fuel system issues. The gap between the January 2025 and December 2025 tests covers roughly 8,000 miles in eleven months, confirming the vehicle remained in active service right up to its most recent inspection. Buyers should pay particular attention to the braking system during any in-person inspection. The January 2024 failure flagged front brake pads below 1.5mm and worn front brake discs, while the December 2025 pass noted rear brake pads wearing thin. This pattern of recurring brake wear across both axles over consecutive years is consistent with a vehicle driven at a moderate annual mileage, but it warrants a thorough check of pad thickness, disc condition, and caliper operation on both front and rear. The under trays noted as obscuring components in both the 2023 and 2024 tests remain a consideration, as they can mask corrosion on subframes, suspension mounting points, and brake lines. A buyer should request the trays be removed or at minimum inspect accessible edges for rust, particularly around the rear suspension and sill areas. Tyre condition also deserves close scrutiny. The January 2024 failure identified three tyres worn to or near the 1.6mm legal limit, including edge wear on the nearside rear, which can indicate misalignment or worn suspension bushes. Although the January 2025 and December 2025 tests recorded no tyre-related advisories, the earlier pattern suggests alignment and suspension geometry should be verified. A test drive over uneven surfaces will reveal any knocking from worn track rod ends or drop links, while a visual check of the inner tyre sidewalls and tread edges will confirm whether the alignment issue was properly corrected after the 2024 failure.