2017 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · EJ17 CFP

This 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe presents an exceptionally clean MOT record with a stable and improving maintenance trend. The most recent test on 14 April 2026 at 44,051 miles passed with zero defects, marking three consecutive flawless MOTs. This pattern suggests the previous owner addressed the tyre and number plate issues flagged in 2023 and has maintained the vehicle diligently since. The mileage accumulation tells an interesting story. Between April 2022 and April 2026, the car covered just 17,542 miles across four years, averaging roughly 4,385 miles annually. That is notably low for a large family SUV and indicates either very light use or extended periods of inactivity. The 3,975-mile jump between April 2025 and April 2026 is the largest single-year increase in the record, yet still modest. Buyers should be aware that low-mileage vehicles can develop issues from standing rather than driving, including perished rubber components, flat-spotted tyres, and moisture-related corrosion in brake and fuel systems. The only defects in the entire history appeared at the April 2023 test, when all four tyres were flagged for cracking or perishing under regulation 5.2.3 (d)(ii), and the rear registration plate was noted as deteriorated. These are consumable and cosmetic items, not structural or mechanical failures. The fact that no tyre advisories have reappeared since suggests the owner replaced the tyres promptly. Still, a buyer should physically inspect the current tyre date codes and sidewall condition, as perished rubber is a common consequence of the low-mileage, long-standing pattern this vehicle exhibits. Beyond tyres, the clean record gives no reason to suspect suspension, brake, or structural corrosion issues. A buyer should still verify that the brake discs and pads show even wear, check for surface corrosion on subframe and suspension mounting points, and confirm the exhaust system is free from leaks or deterioration. The absence of any recurring mechanical fault across six years of testing is a strong indicator of careful ownership.