2016 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · DS66 DXM

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance record shows a developing trend of suspension-related wear. Following the most recent test in October 2025 at 59,825 miles, the tester identified slight play in both the nearside and offside rear trailing arm bushes, alongside a worn nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint. These defects indicate that while the vehicle passed, the suspension components are now reaching the end of their functional life and require proactive monitoring to prevent future failures. At 59,825 miles, this Santa Fe has covered a low annual distance, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. The data shows a consistent usage pattern, with roughly 6,500 miles covered between the October 2023 and 2024 tests. However, the failure in October 2024 at 53,073 miles due to an excessively worn nearside front suspension arm ball joint and poor-condition front tyres suggests that the relatively low mileage has not protected the vehicle from the degradation of rubber components and bushings, which can perish due to age and stationary periods. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front and rear suspension geometry. The recurring nature of ball joint and bushing issues across the last three tests necessitates a check for lateral or vertical play in all control arms and anti-roll bar links. The uneven wear on the front tyres noted in 2024 also points to a potential alignment issue that should be verified to avoid premature tyre replacement. Given the vehicle's age, an inspection of the underbody for signs of structural corrosion is also essential, although the record confirms that undertrays are fitted to protect the chassis from the elements.