2017 Hyundai Tucson 2.0L Diesel · XG04 BEX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent MOT history indicates a shift from proactive maintenance to reactive repairs. While the car passed its test on 24 April 2026 at 80,597 miles, it failed earlier that same day due to multiple consumable wear issues. The transition from a clean record in 2024 to a list of advisories suggests that components are only being addressed once they reach the point of failure, marking a potentially unstable long-term maintenance trend. The mileage progression is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per annum. There is a notable gap of 13,000 miles between October 2023 (54,931 miles) and March 2025 (67,861 miles), followed by another 12,700-mile stretch leading into the April 2026 test. This recent increase in usage suggests the vehicle is being driven more frequently in the last eighteen months, which explains the accelerated wear observed on the braking and artwork components noted in the latest inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and front suspension. The April 2026 report flagged thin brake pads on both the nearside and offside front, which necessitates a check of the discs for uneven wear or glazing. Furthermore, the edge wear reported on the offside front and offside rear tyres often indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. These areas should be verified to ensure no rapid degradation of a new set of tyres. The failure of the offside front windscreen wiper is a minor safety concern but reinforces the pattern that minor items are being overlooked. Given the lack of structural defects or corrosion recorded in previous years, the primary focus should remain on the mechanical health of the drivetrain and ensuring that the recent mileage spike has not exposed deeper issues in the steering geometry or suspension assembly.