2012 Hyundai Veloster 1.6L Petrol · YP12 DFE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on April 1, 2026, 103,101 miles. However, the maintenance trend reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. A failure just one month prior in March 2026 at nearly identical mileage highlighted multiple critical issues including steering geometry, safety system faults, and poor braking performance. While the most recent test shows these defects have been rectified, the recurring nature of mechanical failures suggests the previous owner only addresses faults when necessary to pass the annual test. The mileage profile is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. There is a notable increase in usage between February 2024 and February 2025, where the car covered 12,236 miles in twelve months, followed by even more rapid 14,646 miles recorded between February 2025 and April 2026. This sudden accumulation of mileage over a shorter period explains the accelerated wear observed on consumable components such as brake pads and tyres in the various advisory records. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension and steering assembly, as track rod end ball joints failed with excessive play in both 2025 and 2026. The parking brake system also shows a history of failing efficiency requirements across two separate tests, indicating potential issues with the cables, mechanisms, or calipers. Given the advisories for uneven tyre wear, a professional wheel alignment is essential to ensure the vehicle is not tracking poorly, as the inner-edge wear suggests a persistent geometry fault. Finally, verify that the supplementary restraint system fault flagged in March 2026 has been cleared and that the airbag system is fully functional.