2015 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · 5724 ME

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in November 2025 at 62,824 miles identified corrosion and pitting on both front brake discs alongside a minor oil leak from the transfer box. While the vehicle passed, the presence of these issues suggests that components are only being addressed once they reach a point of failure or inspection rather than being replaced during routine service intervals. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per year. There is a consistent pattern of usage between tests, with roughly 7,000 miles driven between the 2024 and 2025 inspections, and another 7,200 miles in the preceding year. However, the low annual mileage often leads to age-related rubber degradation, which is evidenced by the November 2023 failure where the rear tyres showed exposed cords and perishing cracks despite the relatively low overall odometer reading. A buyer must personally inspect the braking system thoroughly, as the record shows a recurring history of thin pads in 2022 and deteriorated discs in 2025. The reported oil leak at the transfer box requires a close visual check to ensure it remains a minor seepage and not a pressurized seal nearing total failure. Additionally, the history of inner edge wear on the tyres in 2022 and 2023 indicates a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that should be verified to prevent premature wear of new tyre sets.