2017 Hyundai Ioniq 1.6L Hybrid electric · YY17 UGE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test on 26 May 2026 at 159,964 miles followed a failure just one mile prior. While the car passed after addressing a worn nearside front anti-roll bar linkage, headlamp issues, and a registration plate lamp, the recurring presence of advisories regarding brake components and tyre degradation suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they reach the point of an MOT failure. The mileage profile is significantly high for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 17,774 miles per year. Between May 2025 and May 2026, the car covered 9,746 miles, indicating consistent annual use likely associated with long-distance or motorway driving. This high mileage puts accelerated stress on wear components like the suspension and drivetrain. The gap between tests remains consistent at an annual schedule, but the accumulation of nearly 160,000 miles means components are reaching their terminal life between inspection intervals. A buyer must inspect the suspension and braking system closely, as the record shows a history of thin pads and worn discs across both axles dating back to 2024. The 2026 failure of the anti-roll bar linkage indicates that other rubber bushes and ball joints may be beginning to perish throughout the chassis. Furthermore, the cracking and perishing of the rear tyres noted in the 2026 test suggest that the rubber is aging poorly regardless of tread depth, necessitating immediate replacement for safety. Verify the headlamp alignment and electrical output to ensure the repairs from the previous failure were rectified correctly.