2020 Hyundai Ioniq First Edition HEV S-A 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · WN20 OSL

A notable feature of this Ioniq's MOT history is the appearance of rear tyre wear advisories on both sides, recorded first in May 2023 and recurring on the offside rear in January 2026. While the vehicle has passed every test on record, the repetition of an edge-wear pattern on the same axle across two inspections separated by nearly three years is mechanically significant and warrants close attention. Tyre wear confined to the inner or outer edge of a driven axle typically points to suspension geometry issues, such as worn rear trailing arm bushes, weakened coil springs, or misalignment of the rear camber or toe settings. Because the advisory recurred after a substantial period of use, it suggests the underlying cause has not been permanently rectified, and a prospective buyer should treat the rear suspension as a key area for inspection. The recorded mileage of 123,637 miles over six years equates to an average accumulation of around 20,600 miles annually, which is considerably above the typical private-use rate and consistent with sustained long-distance or commuter driving. This pattern of use will accelerate wear on components not flagged in the MOT record, including the front brake discs and pads, which generally take the majority of the braking load on this front-wheel-drive hybrid platform, as well as engine and transmission mounts, lower control arm bushes and the anti-roll bar links. The hybrid system itself, including the high-voltage battery pack and inverter, will have seen considerable cycling. There are no multi-year gaps in the testing history to suggest prolonged periods off the road, which is positive in terms of avoiding issues such as seized brakes or perished coolant hoses, but the high annual mileage means consumable replacement intervals should be assumed to have been reached or exceeded on most wear items. Given the repeated rear tyre edge wear, particular attention should be paid to the rear suspension during any physical inspection. With the vehicle raised, check the rear trailing arm bushes, the lower control arm inner and outer joints, and the coil springs for any signs of sagging or cracking. On the road, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the rear over uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn bushes or loose links, and pay attention to any pulling or wandering under braking, which could suggest a geometry issue. Also inspect the rear tyres themselves for feathering or uneven shoulder wear on the inner or outer edges, as this would confirm that any alignment correction previously attempted has not held. Request a current four-wheel alignment report to verify rear camber and toe settings are within tolerance. Despite the clean pass results, the high mileage and the specific recurrence of the rear tyre advisory mean that a thorough pre-purchase inspection by a Hyundai or hybrid specialist is advisable. Items to scrutinise beyond the suspension include the rear brake discs for lipping and corrosion, given the mileage, and the condition of the underbody protection and exhaust heat shields. A diagnostic scan of the hybrid system would be prudent to confirm the health of the high-voltage battery and check for any stored fault codes relating to the hybrid drivetrain or regenerative braking system. The MOT record itself does not indicate any structural or braking failures, but the evidence points to a working vehicle rather than a lightly used one, and the rear suspension geometry is the single most important factor to verify before purchase.