2012 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · CX12 WLC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its clean history following a period of minor tyre neglect. The most recent test conducted in August 2022 at 147,918 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle met all minimum safety standards at that time. However, because the last MOT was performed nearly four years ago, the current roadworthiness of the vehicle is unverified and requires a fresh inspection to ensure no significant mechanical degradation has occurred during the long lapse interval. The mileage pattern aligns with typical usage for a diesel SUV of this age, averaging approximately 10,500 miles per year. Between July 2019 and September 2020, the vehicle covered 12,256 miles, showing a steady rate of use. The gap between September 2021 and August 2022 saw a more significant increase of over 21,000 miles, moving from 126,929 to 147,918 miles. This consistent accumulation suggests the vehicle has seen regular road use rather than long periods of standing, which often helps prevent internal seal failures and fluid stagnation. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and alignment geometry, given the history of uneven tyre wear. The September 2021 failure at 126,903 miles specifically highlighted exposed cords on the offside rear tyre and edge wear on the nearside front, which often points to poor wheel alignment or worn suspension bushes and control arms. Given the high mileage and age, the vehicle warrants a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills and exhaust lines, as well as an assessment of brake caliper condition and disc thickness, which are common points of failure on this model after the 140,000-mile mark.