2021 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-GDI Mhev S-A 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · Y30 BAS

A clean pass on the most recent MOT dated 18 November 2025, with no advisories or defects recorded, reinforces an already straightforward roadworthiness picture for this 2021 Hyundai Tucson. Across the two test entries available, the only blemishes were a cluster of tyre-related advisories at the 2024 examination: both front tyres were noted as worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge, and a nearside rear tyre had a nail in it at the time of test. None of these progressed to failure, and the subsequent clean pass confirms that no structural, braking, suspension, or corrosion issues have been flagged by DVSA. The overall trajectory is therefore one of stable, consistent roadworthiness with no pattern of deterioration emerging from the official record. At five years of age, an indicated 23,952 miles equates to roughly 4,790 miles annually, which is markedly below the typical mileage band for a family SUV of this class. Such a low accumulation rate usually points to predominantly short or infrequent trips, which can reduce wear on high-mileage consumables like clutches and engine internals but conversely place additional stress on items that suffer from underuse. Brake discs and pads can develop light surface corrosion from infrequent heavy braking, drive belts and seals can dry through lack of regular thermal cycling, and the 48V mild-hybrid system and its associated 12V support battery benefit from sustained regular running rather than long stationary periods. The MOT history shows the vehicle has not been off the road for consecutive years, so there is no evidence of a long lay-up, but a buyer should still be mindful of the consequences of low utilisation on a hybrid-assisted powertrain. Given the front tyre edge wear advisories from late 2024, a careful inspection of the current tyres is essential. Both front tyres were reported as worn on the edge, which on a front-driven vehicle of this type commonly indicates either incorrect inflation pressures, worn suspension geometry components, or simply the result of the nearside and offside wheels being asked to transmit steering and braking forces repeatedly. On a test drive, listen for any thumping or irregular road noise that could suggest a damaged carcass from the earlier nail penetration, and check for uneven shoulder wear across all four corners. Cold tyre pressures should be set to the figure printed on the door shut, and a four-wheel alignment check is worthwhile if uneven wear is visible, as geometry drift on the front axle can rapidly consume tread. Beyond the tyres, the buyer should concentrate on confirming that the mild-hybrid system is functioning correctly, as the 48V lithium-ion battery and its associated starter-generator drive the vehicle's brake energy recuperation and torque-assist functions. Warning lights on the dashboard relating to the hybrid system, the auto start-stop function failing to operate, or any hesitation on initial throttle application from standstill would warrant a diagnostic scan. A thorough walk-around should also check the underside for any oil seepage from the 1.6 T-GDi engine and the DCT or automatic transmission, as low-mileage vehicles can still suffer from dried seals, and a test drive over uneven surfaces should reveal any knocks or clonks from the front MacPherson strut assemblies or rear multi-link bushes, none of which have been flagged to date but are worth confirming given the vehicle's age.