2017 Hyundai Tucson 1.7L Diesel · YP67 TVE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 25 July 2025 at 70,544 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. While the vehicle maintained clean records through 2022 and 2023, the 2025 test revealed multiple safety-related failures. Although these were rectified to achieve passing, the pattern suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults when forced by testing requirements rather than performing scheduled inspections or preventative maintenance. At 70,544 miles over nine years, the Tucson has averaged approximately 7,800 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a family SUV. The mileage accumulation is consistent between annual tests, with roughly 6,600 miles covered between the August 2024 and July 2025 tests. This moderate usage suggests the drivetrain has not been subjected to extreme stress, though the low mileage can sometimes lead to rubber-based components degrading, as evidenced by the perishing nearside rear tyre noted in the 2024 record. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system. The record shows thin front pads at 63,950 miles and both front and rear pads wearing thin again by 2025, followed by a failure for insufficient brake lever travel and extensive park brake travel. This indicates that the braking components are nearing the end of their service life or that the adjustment mechanism requires attention. The previous failure of the headlamp aim and the tyre pressure monitoring system in 2025 are minor adjustment issues, but they should be verified as functional to ensure they were properly calibrated after the failure.