2012 Hyundai IX35 2.0L Diesel · YR12 XTC

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a worsening trend in mechanical neglect. While it passed its most recent test on 23 March 2026 at 107,438 miles, this followed a significant failure on the same day. The failure revealed multiple critical safety issues including a faulty supplementary restraint system lamp, severely worn offside front brake components, and a damaged wing mirror. The transition from a multi-point failure to a pass suggests the owner only addresses major faults when forced by the tester rather than following a preventative maintenance schedule. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,600 miles per year. Records show a steady accumulation of distance, moving 11,905 miles between March 2023 and March 2024, and another 23,144 miles between March 2024 and March 2026. However, this moderate usage does not correlate with high-quality upkeep. The recurring advisories for worn brakes and suspension components indicate that while the car is driven regularly, routine mechanical inspections were likely deferred until components reached a failure point. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the suspension and undercarriage. The record shows a persistent history of ball joint play and linkage wear, culminating in heavy corrosion on all four coil springs noted in the 2026 test. The tester also flagged issues with anti-roll bar ball joints and lower suspension arm ball joints across multiple years, suggesting the entire front suspension assembly is nearing the end of life. The offside front wheel bearing flagged for slight play in March 2026 requires immediate verification to ensure it has not progressed toward imminent failure. The braking system demands close scrutiny as the history shows thin pads and scored discs in 2023 and 2025, leading to a failure for a pad with less than 1.5mm remaining in early 2026. Furthermore, the repeated mention of engine and underbody covers obscuring testable components in 2023 and 2024 is a red flag for structural integrity. These panels can hide significant corrosion on the sills and mounting members, which is particularly risky for a vehicle of this age.