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SB61 VLJ

2012 Hyundai IX35

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

133,632 mi
Last recorded133,632 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Hyundai IX3565,953 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB61 VLJ
MakeHyundai
ModelIX35
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2026 133,632 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2026 133,234 miles
Fail 19 May 2025 133,221 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2024 127,362 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 120,569 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 120,448 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 104,275 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 86,958 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 71,672 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 71,655 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 65,013 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 57,172 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 47,347 miles

How Reliable is the Hyundai IX35?

Based on 720,823 MOT tests across 60,876 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
7,051
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
60,876
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6,369
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SB61 VLJ is a 2012 Hyundai IX35 in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2012 Hyundai IX35 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 65,953 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Hyundai IX35 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 6,369 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB61 VLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai IX35 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Hyundai IX35 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SB61 VLJ registered?

SB61 VLJ is a 2012 Hyundai IX35, first registered on 26 January 2012.

Is SB61 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB61 VLJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SB61 VLJ have outstanding finance?

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