2015 Hyundai IX35 SE Crdi 1.7L Diesel · YIG 7106

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT test on 7 November 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of clean pass results stretching back through the 2024, 2023 and 2022 test cycles, with an earlier pass recorded in September 2019. The complete absence of advisories, minor defects or failure points across the documented history indicates a stable maintenance profile with no recurring mechanical concerns flagged by the DVSA tester. While a clean MOT record is reassuring, it should be noted that the MOT is a roadworthiness snapshot rather than a comprehensive mechanical inspection, and significant wear-related items on an eleven year old diesel such as this can develop without being captured under standard test criteria. The recorded mileage of 107,898 miles across approximately eleven years equates to an annual average of around 9,800 miles, which sits comfortably within the typical usage band for a vehicle of this age and segment. The MOT records show an interval of nearly three years between the 2022 and 2023 tests, suggesting either a lapse in testing during the pandemic period or consistent light use, and the mileage progression between recorded tests should be verified against the odometer to confirm there are no irregular gaps or potential clocking concerns. A moderate annual mileage such as this generally indicates a balance between component wear and standing degradation, meaning routine service items such as cambelt, clutch, dual mass flywheel, injectors and turbocharger condition will warrant close attention even though they fall outside MOT scope. For a prospective buyer, despite the clean MOT history several age and mileage related checks are strongly advised. The tyres should be inspected closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, which can occur independently of tread depth on older vehicles that have stood unused for periods, and the wheels should be examined for any signs of binding calipers or uneven brake pad wear given the tendency for corrosion to develop on the rear discs and mechanisms on light use diesel cars. A thorough test drive should include careful listening for suspension knocks or clonks over uneven surfaces, as worn anti-roll bar links, drop links, lower arm bushes and rear trailing arm bushes are common on the ix35 at this age, and any uneven tyre wear patterns would point toward geometry or bush deterioration. The braking system should be evaluated for shudder or pulling under heavy application, and the discs checked for lipping or surface corrosion that could indicate replacement is imminent. Given the calendar age of the vehicle, several time based service items require verification regardless of the MOT outcome. The diesel particulate filter should be checked for warning lights or restricted performance symptoms during a sustained drive, as DPF issues are a known concern on CRDi units used predominantly for short journeys, and the turbocharger and intercooler hoses should be visually inspected for oil seepage or boost leaks. The 12 volt battery should be load tested as eleven year old units frequently show reduced capacity even when the vehicle starts reliably, and all fluid services including engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and automatic or manual transmission oil should be confirmed as recently renewed, as brake fluid is hygroscopic and degrades over time irrespective of mileage. Finally, the service book should be reviewed for evidence of timely cambelt and water pump replacement at the manufacturer specified interval, along with verification of any timing chain service on the diesel engine, as neglect of these items can result in catastrophic engine damage on this platform.