2020 Hyundai Tucson 1.6L Petrol · YY20 AAZ

The most recent DVSA MOT test, conducted on 22 June 2026, resulted in a pass with three advisories recorded against the tyres. All four prior tests are visible in the official history and each has passed, with the 2023 and 2024 examinations returning clean sheets and the 2025 and 2026 tests carrying advisory items exclusively relating to tyre condition. The maintenance trend appears broadly stable in terms of mechanical integrity, with no structural, braking, suspension, exhaust, or lighting failures recorded across the four-year history. However, the recurring presence of tyre perishing advisories over consecutive tests does indicate a developing condition that warrants attention, and a prospective buyer should not interpret the clean earlier tests as evidence that the vehicle has been mechanically neglected or poorly maintained. The recorded mileage of 38,838 miles over six years equates to an annual average of approximately 6,473 miles, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and suggests neither excessive motorway use nor prolonged periods of standing. The mileage progression across the MOT records appears consistent and incremental, with no significant gaps that would imply long-term storage or unusually heavy use within short periods. This pattern is generally favourable from a mechanical standpoint, as it suggests regular operation sufficient to keep the drivetrain, brakes, and suspension components functioning normally and free from the corrosion issues that often afflict very low mileage or stored vehicles. The most pressing inspection point based on the MOT history concerns the tyres. The 2025 test recorded perishing across all four tyres, and the 2026 test has carried forward similar advisories on the offside front, offside rear, and nearside rear, with the nearside rear additionally noted as having a nail in the tread. Tyre sidewall perishing, or cracking, is a calendar-aged degradation that occurs due to UV exposure and ozone attack on the rubber compound, and it is particularly relevant here because the Tucson is six years old. Perished tyres may still hold air and appear serviceable in terms of tread depth, but the structural integrity of the sidewall is compromised, increasing the risk of sudden failure under load or impact. A prospective buyer should conduct a close visual inspection of all four sidewalls for visible cracking, check the tread depth with a gauge to confirm legal compliance of at least 1.6mm across the central three quarters, and ensure the nail mentioned in the advisory has been properly repaired or the tyre replaced. On a test drive, listen for any rhythmic thumping that could indicate a deformed or damaged tyre and inspect for uneven shoulder wear that might suggest alignment or suspension issues. Beyond the recorded advisories, several age-appropriate checks are warranted given the vehicle is now entering its seventh year. The 12V battery health should be verified, as Hyundai units of this era commonly begin to show weakness between five and seven years, particularly if the vehicle has been used for short journeys typical of the recorded annual mileage. Brake discs should be examined for surface rust and lipping, as standing periods combined with regular light use can promote corrosion on the disc faces, and the caliper slide pins should be checked for free movement to prevent binding. Fluid condition is also worth attention; coolant, brake fluid, and automatic transmission fluid if applicable degrade over time irrespective of mileage, and a full service history verifying these interval-based replacements would strengthen confidence in the vehicle. Finally, inspect the coil springs and suspension bushes for any signs of cracking or sagging, check the exhaust system for corrosion at the mounting points and joints, and verify that all electronic systems, including infotainment, climate control, and parking sensors, function correctly, as these are areas where age-related faults can emerge on a Tucson of this generation.