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SH12 WRF

2012 Hyundai IX35

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

91,980 mi
Last recorded91,980 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Hyundai IX3565,953 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH12 WRF
MakeHyundai
ModelIX35
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 91,980 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2026 91,980 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Outer pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2025 87,585 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2025 87,581 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 83,793 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2024 83,760 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (bolt on) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 79,432 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2023 79,432 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 75,196 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 75,196 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn tie rod end (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 68,855 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Sep 2021 68,855 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 63,035 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2020 63,035 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 58,652 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 53,038 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 45,892 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 38,286 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 17,237 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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SH12 WRF is a 2012 Hyundai IX35 in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 SH12 WRF, 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.

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What year was SH12 WRF registered?

SH12 WRF is a 2012 Hyundai IX35, first registered on 18 June 2012.

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