2022 Hyundai Santa FE Ultimate Phev Auto 1.6L Hybrid electric · BW71 VVL

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status as evidenced by its most recent MOT pass in January 2026 at 30,542 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has passed consecutive inspections without any mechanical or structural failures. While the core components remain compliant, the record highlights recurring issues with the tyres that suggest a focus on basic operation rather than proactive preventative maintenance of consumable items. The recorded mileage of 30,542 miles over a four year period represents an average annual run of approximately 7,636 miles. This aligns with typical light usage patterns for a family PHEV. Between the December 2024 test at 27,830 miles and the January 2026 test, the vehicle covered 2,712 miles. This relatively low rate of accumulation suggests infrequent use, which generally reduces the wear on the hybrid drivetrain and suspension components compared to high-mileage counterparts. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the tyres due to the recurring sidewall damage noted in both 2024 and 2026. The tester flagged damage on the nearside and offside front outer tyres recently, along with a nail in the nearside rear tyre. These faults indicate potential history of kering or poor driving conditions that could lead to structural sidewall failure over time. Checking the inner sidewalls for bulges or uneven wear is essential to ensure the low mileage has not masked alignment issues or neglected suspension bushes.