2013 Hyundai IX35 2.0L Diesel · YX13 RXW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 57,375 miles, this followed a significant failure just six days prior at 57,309 miles. That failure highlighted critical safety issues including exposed cords on the offside rear tyre and thin brake pads. Although the immediate faults were addressed to secure the pass, the recurring nature of these defects suggests the owner only performs repairs when an inspection fails. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 57,375 miles is notably low, averaging only approximately 4,400 miles per year. This low usage explains the persistent degradation of rubber-based components. The record shows a consistent history of perishing and cracking tyres stretching from 2022 through 2025, which is typical for vehicles that remain stationary stationary. The gaps between tests are regular, but the car likely sits for extended periods, contributing to the dry rot observed on sidewalls and various components despite the low tread wear. A physical inspection must focus on the persistent rear axle and braking issues. The offside rear brake pipe has been flagged for corrosion and obscured by grease since at least 2024, which often indicates an attempt to hide structural decay. Furthermore, the rear differential oil leak has been a constant since 2023; while the tester described it as slight, the buyer should verify the leak is not worsening or originating from a seal failure that could lead to internal mechanical damage. The nearside front wheel bearing noted with play in 2023 should also be checked for noise or excessive movement, as it was not explicitly cleared in subsequent records.