2013 Hyundai IX35 2.0L Diesel · SV13 XEC

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance trend characterized by a progression toward escalating mechanical and structural neglect. While it passed its most recent MOT in September 2025 at 109,774 miles, this success followed just five days after a significant failure involving critical safety components. The presence of recurring issues across multiple years, specifically regarding the rear parking brake system and structural corrosion, suggests that the owner is only performing the bare minimum required to pass the annual test rather than engaging in proactive preventative maintenance. At 109,774 miles, the Hyundai IX35 has covered an average of approximately 8,400 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of its age. The record shows steady progression, with roughly 5,000 miles driven between August 2023 and September 2024, and another 3,700 miles between September 2024 and September 2025. While the mileage is not excessive, the density of advisories indicates that the components are aging more rapidly than the distance alone suggests. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the rear sub-frame and suspension arms, as the tester has repeatedly flagged corrosion in these areas as of 2025. The report of a corroded sub-frame and rear coil spring indicates a long-term structural risk that could lead to expensive repairs. Furthermore, the braking system shows a history of instability, moving from binding and fluctuating brakes in 2023 to a completely inoperative parking brake and overheating signs in 2025. The persistent oil leak from the rear differential also requires immediate professional monitoring to ensure it does not escalate into a catastrophic mechanical failure.