2019 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · DU69 AEP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on July 15, 2026, at 59,069 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a recurring pattern of suspension neglect that requires attention. The car failed just one day prior due to an offside rear shock absorber with negligible damping, mirroring a failure from July 2024 regarding the nearside rear shock. While the immediate defect has been addressed, the repetition of shock absorber failure suggests the suspension assembly may be degrading prematurely. The mileage profile is consistent with a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per year. There is a notable increase in usage between the 2024 and 2025 tests, where the odometer jumped from 27,580 miles to 41,981 miles in just twelve months. This surge of over 14,000 miles represents a significant shift from previous lower-usage patterns and likely correlates with the accelerated wear observed on the braking and suspension components in the subsequent test records. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the rear suspension to ensure both shock absorbers were replaced simultaneously rather than just the single failed unit. The history also reveals persistent issues with the rear braking system, with pitted and scored discs flagged in 2023 and 2025, alongside thin pads noted in 2025. Verify the current thickness of the rear pads and the surface condition of the discs, as the previous records indicate the owner frequently waited until an MOT failure to performing necessary brake maintenance.