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A5 DCS

2013 Hyundai IX35

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

83,097 mi
Last recorded83,097 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Hyundai IX3562,600 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 DCS
MakeHyundai
ModelIX35
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 83,097 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 77,165 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Sep 2024 77,162 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 69,856 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 62,968 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 55,295 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2021 55,291 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 50,305 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 47,432 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 47,432 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 42,359 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 37,135 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 25,326 miles

child seat fitted to n/s rear not allowing full inspection to adult belt

Fail 4 Aug 2016 25,326 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

child seat fitted to n/s rear not allowing full inspection to adult belt

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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A5 DCS is a 2013 Hyundai IX35 in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 Hyundai IX35 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 62,600 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 A5 DCS, 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 13 years old, this Hyundai IX35 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A5 DCS registered?

A5 DCS is a 2013 Hyundai IX35, first registered on 1 June 2013.

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