2016 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · BD66 VLW

The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 30 June 2025 at 98,831 miles with zero defects recorded. That is a strong result for a ten-year-old vehicle. The record shows no recurring structural or safety-critical failures, and the most recent test confirms all major systems met DVSA standards on the day of inspection. The annual mileage accumulation of roughly 9,800 miles per year is entirely typical for this age bracket and does not raise concerns about excessive wear or long periods of inactivity. The vehicle covered approximately 10,800 miles between the June 2024 and June 2025 tests, and around 12,000 miles annually in the preceding years. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer record that would suggest clocking or prolonged storage. The only notable advisory in recent years was the offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit on 25 June 2024 at 88,017 miles. That is a consumable item and not a mechanical concern, though it does indicate the previous owner allowed tyre wear to approach the minimum tread depth before replacement. The failed test on 30 May 2023 at 76,058 miles for a nearside headlamp aim issue was rectified on the same day, suggesting a straightforward adjustment rather than a deeper electrical or unit fault. The minor engine oil leak noted on 22 April 2022 at 65,294 miles did not reappear in subsequent tests, implying it was addressed or remained within acceptable limits. A buyer should still inspect the underside for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points and subframes, given the vehicle's age. Check the condition of all brake discs and pads, as well as front suspension bushes and drop links, since these components typically deteriorate between 80,000 and 100,000 miles. Verify that both headlamp units remain properly aimed and that no new oil seepage is visible around the engine bay. The MOT record is reassuring, but a physical inspection remains essential to confirm the vehicle's ongoing mechanical integrity.