2019 Hyundai Ioniq 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · WL19 WDT

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward reactive repairs regarding consumable components. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 45,845 miles passed, it introduced the first advisory for perishing and cracking on both rear tyres. This follows a departure from the clean records seen in 2022 and 2023, suggesting that basic upkeep is beginning to require attention as the vehicle ages. The mileage profile is consistent with a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per annum. The progression from 25,203 miles in July 2022 to 45,845 miles in July 2025 indicates a steady, moderate usage pattern rather than periods of neglect or high-intensity commuting. This low annual mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, though it can contribute to the accelerated degradation of rubber components like tyres and bushings if the car sits stationary frequently. A buyer must scrutinise the braking system and front-end geometry. The July 2024 test at 40,218 miles flagged an imbalanced rear brake system and an offside front tyre wearing on the edge. The imbalance often indicates a sticking caliper or a worn piston, while the uneven tyre wear points to a wheel alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. Given the recent advisory for perishing rear tyres, a physical inspection of the sidewalls on all tyres is necessary to ensure the rubber has not become structurally unsound despite the low mileage.