2016 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · DX66 TMV

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition, evidenced by a clean pass in the May 2026 test at 78,371 miles where no defects were recorded. The maintenance trend is currently improving following a period of recurring mechanical issues. While the car previously suffered from steering component wear, the lack of advisories in the most recent inspection suggests that the current owner has addressed the mechanical faults identified in the preceding two years. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,800 miles per annum. There is a notable increase in usage of 25,618 miles between June 2024 and May 2026, compared to the much lower intervals of roughly 7,000 miles seen in earlier years. This shift indicates the vehicle has transitioned from light, occasional use to more frequent regular driving, which typically accelerates the wear on rubber-based suspension components and braking-related hardware. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, specifically the nearside track rod end, as this component was flagged for play in both June 2024 and July 2025. Although the 2026 test was clear, recurring faults in the steering linkage suggest a vulnerability to premature wear or potentially incomplete repairs. The buyer should also verify the offside rear shock absorber for any signs of oil leakage, as the 2019 record noted light misting at 19,312 miles, and nearly 60,000 miles since since, the component may be nearing the end of its functional life.