2010 Hyundai IX35 2.0L Diesel · SL10 YLR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of worsening structural and mechanical degradation. While it passed its most recent test in March 2026 at 112,598 miles, the record shows a recurring failure to address significant component issues in a timely manner. The presence of heavy corrosion on the rear sub-frame and suspension arms noted in both 2025 and 2026 indicates that the vehicle is entering a stage where structural integrity will become a primary concern. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. There is a recorded progression of 3,335 miles between June 2024 and June 2025, and another 1,997 miles between June 2025 and March 2026. This steady usage suggests regular operation, yet the low annual mileage has not prevented age-related wear on rubber components and metal, as evidenced by the persistent rust and de-bonding bushings identified across multiple tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear sub-frame and suspension arms to assess the depth of the corrosion. The tester previously flagged heavy corrosion and worn bushes, which often lead to expensive replacement requirements if the metal thins beyond the point where simple surface treatment is sufficient. Additionally, the parking brake system has shown a history of defect and maximum travel across both 2025 and 2026, suggesting the internal mechanism or cables are nearing total failure. The mechanical history also highlights lapses in basic maintenance, such as front brake pads being found below the legal limit in 2024 and tyres reaching the wear limit. The recurring play in anti-roll bar linkage ball joints and wheel bearings indicates that the suspension geometry is beginning to fail. Particular attention should be paid to the oil leak noted in 2025 to ensure it remains minor and has not escalated into a significant engine seal.