2016 Hyundai Santa FE Prem SE B-Drive Crdi 2.2L Diesel · BD66 ZSL

The Hyundai Santa Fe presents a clean MOT history in its most recent tests, with the August 2025 examination at 127,271 miles passing without defects—a positive indicator of current roadworthiness. However, the two consecutive fails in August 2024 and 2025 (at 124,480 and 127,224 miles respectively) are unusual, as no faults were recorded to justify them. This suggests either administrative errors or an overly strict tester, rather than mechanical issues. The February 2022 pass at 121,451 miles shows no defects either, reinforcing that the vehicle has not exhibited persistent problems in recent years. The trend appears stable, with no signs of worsening wear in the official records. The mileage accumulation is notably high—12,727 miles annually—consistent with heavy use or long-term neglect between services. The gap between the February 2022 MOT and the next test in August 2024 (18 months, 3,061 miles) suggests the vehicle may have been driven extensively without intermediate checks. The rapid mileage gain between the 2024 fails (124,480 to 127,224 miles in just two weeks) is also unusual and could imply either a data error or a period of intensive use. Given the age and mileage, a buyer should verify whether this high mileage correlates with documented servicing, as wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake components would be accelerated. Given the lack of recorded defects, structural integrity appears sound, though a thorough inspection of the suspension—particularly the rear coil springs and bushings—is advisable, given the high mileage. The brakes should be checked for uneven wear or binding, especially if the vehicle has been driven aggressively. Exhaust emissions and corrosion in wheel arches or underseal should also be scrutinised, as these are common areas of neglect in high-mileage vehicles. The absence of advisories or defects in recent tests does not eliminate the need for a pre-purchase inspection, particularly for components not routinely MOT-tested, such as the drivetrain and steering rack.