2015 Hyundai IX20 1.6L Petrol · WD65 FXZ

A pattern of repeated advisory items relating to tyre wear, steering wear and brake pad condition runs through this Hyundai ix20's MOT history, even though the vehicle has never failed an inspection. The most recent test on 5 November 2025 recorded a pass with both front tyres flagged as worn close to the legal limit on their edges, which is consistent with the same advisory appearing on both front tyres in November 2020. Steering column universal joint wear was noted in 2021, front brake pad thinning was recorded in the same year, and nearside rear inner brake pad wear was flagged in 2020. Across eight recorded tests from 2018 to 2025, the vehicle has passed each time without any failure or dangerous defect, but the recurring advisories on front tyres, brake pads and steering components indicate components that are wearing at a steady, predictable rate rather than any acute mechanical deterioration. The latest pass is therefore consistent with the broader trend of conditional roadworthiness, where the vehicle remains legal but consistently shows borderline wear items. The recorded mileage of 37,856 miles across an eleven-year registration equates to an average accumulation of roughly 3,441 miles per year, which is notably low for a vehicle of this age. Testing has occurred annually without any gaps since 2018, and the mileage increments between tests are modest, suggesting the vehicle has been in regular but light use rather than experiencing long periods off the road. Light usage of this kind typically reduces wear on high-mileage components such as the clutch, engine internals and drivetrain, but it can accelerate certain issues elsewhere, including uneven tyre wear from standing in one position, corrosion in infrequently driven brake components and degradation of rubber seals and bushes through lack of regular flexing. The combination of annual testing and gradual mileage accumulation means there are no large jumps or anomalies in the odometer record that would raise concerns about clocking or extended storage. Given the repeated advisories on front tyre inner edge wear, particular attention should be paid to the suspension geometry on a test drive. Inner edge wear typically points to misalignment, worn suspension bushes, or deteriorated strut top mounts and wishbone components, all of which are plausible on a vehicle of this age even at modest mileage. Listen for knocking or clonking from the front end over speed humps and uneven surfaces, and feel for any vagueness or play through the steering, particularly as the wheel approaches the straight-ahead position, which could indicate the universal joint wear flagged in 2021 has progressed. Inspect the tyres directly for feathering on the inner tread blocks and confirm whether a four-wheel alignment has been carried out recently, as untreated geometry issues will simply repeat the same wear pattern recorded in 2020 and 2025. The brake-related advisories from 2020 and 2021, covering both front pads and nearside rear inner pads, suggest that pad wear should be physically inspected regardless of what the seller states, as inner rear pad wear can indicate seized caliper guide pins or a sticking handbrake mechanism. On the test drive, apply the brakes firmly from speed and feel for any pulling to one side, vibration through the pedal, or grinding noises that would suggest the discs have worn in tandem with the previously flagged pads. The slightly damaged seat belt webbing noted in 2024 should also be examined in person to confirm whether it is superficial fraying or structural damage to the load-bearing fibres, as the latter would be a safety concern. Finally, given the vehicle's age and the steering column advisory, check for any cracking or perished rubber boots around the steering rack and gaiters, and confirm that all warning lamps extinguish promptly after the ignition is switched on.