2014 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · AW14 GEM

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently compromised following a significant failure in September 2024. While the car maintained a clean record between 2022 and 2023, the most recent test at 97,037 miles reveals a sharp decline in maintenance standards. The failure of the electronic parking brake and the inability to test brake performance suggest critical mechanical Faults that have not been addressed recently. This indicates a worsening trend in vehicle upkeep compared to the previous years of successful passes. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per annum. The vehicle travelled from 76,779 miles in November 2021 to 97,037 miles by September 2024, showing a steady usage profile rather than long periods of inactivity. However, the low annual mileage does not insulate the vehicle from age-related wear, as evidenced by the recurring failures involving worn track rod ends and exposed tyre cords, which suggest components are only replaced once they reach a point of imminent failure. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The history shows the nearside front suspension arm bush was worn in 2024, and a track rod end previously presented a serious risk of detachment in 2022. The inoperative electronic parking brake is a high-priority concern that requires diagnostic attention to rule out motor or actuator failure. Additionally, the nearside rear seat belt webbing and retracting mechanism must be replaced as they were flagged as significant safety defects in the latest test.