2008 Hyundai Santa FE LTD Crtd 7S A 2.2L Diesel · KHZ 8113

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the record indicates a pattern of immediate failures prior to passing. The most recent test on 17 September 2022 at 149,884 miles passed with no recorded defects, suggesting the vehicle was in a compliant condition at that time. However, the recurring failures just days before both the 2021 and 2022 tests indicate that minor items, such as light bulbs, wipers, or minor brake adjustments, frequently required rectification to meet DVSA standards. At 149,884 miles, the Santa Fe has averaged approximately 8,300 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for an eighteen-year-old SUV. The data shows a significant gap between July 2019 and September 2021, during which the vehicle covered only 3,762 miles. This lower annual mileage suggests potential periods of standing, which can lead to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and tyres despite the low odometer reading. Since the last MOT was conducted in September 2022, the vehicle is now nearly four years out of date, rendering the current roadworthiness data obsolete for a purchase decision. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically checking the rear sills and wheel arches for corrosion, which is common on this model. Given the age and intermittent use, the suspension bushes, control arm joints, and coil springs should be examined for excessive wear or fatigue. Because the history does not detail specific advisories, a thorough check for binding brake calipers and thinning brake discs is essential to ensure the mechanical condition has not deteriorated since the last recorded test.