2017 Hyundai Tucson 1.6L Petrol · VA66 DXK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a trend toward neglected preventative care. While it passed its latest test in December 2025 at 76,196 miles, multiple advisories regarding tyre condition and the braking system emerged. This represents a shift from the clean records seen between 2021 and 2023, indicating that the current ownership phase involves only addressing the vehicle as components approach MOT failure thresholds. At 76,196 miles over nine years, the Tucson averages approximately 8,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a family SUV. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with roughly 10,000 miles driven between the December 2023 and December 2024 tests, and another 9,700 miles recorded in the following year. This steady usage pattern suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, though the low mileage does not mask the standard wear and tear on rubber and mechanical components. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the suspension geometry and the braking mechanism. The December 2025 test flagged uneven tyre wear on the offside and nearside fronts, which often points to misalignment, worn suspension bushes, or faulty shocks. Furthermore, the recurring issue of low handbrake reserve travel across both 2024 and 2025 suggests the handbrake mechanism requires adjustment or is suffering from stretched cables. The presence of cracking perishing on the nearside rear tyre indicates the rubber is reaching the end of its life and requires immediate replacement regardless of tread depth.