2010 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · EY10 AFF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history. The most recent test conducted on 19 September 2023 at 103,286 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following an initial failure on that exact same day. This suggests the owner was proactive in rectifying identified issues immediately to ensure compliance. The lack of advisory notices in both 2021 and 2022 indicates a consistent standard of maintenance regarding safety-critical components and emissions. The mileage pattern aligns with typical usage for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,455 miles per year. Between September 2021 and May 2022, the car covered 2,584 miles, representing a period of lower usage. The subsequent increase of 12,637 miles between May 2022 and September 2023 shows a more intensive period of driving. This relatively low mileage generally limits wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, though the age of the vehicle increases the risk of rubber-based degradation and corrosion regardless of distance traveled. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, particularly for surface or deep-seated rust which is common in SUVs of this era. While the record shows no recurring mechanical failures, the age warrants a close look at the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking or fatigue. Given the time elapsed since the last test, a thorough check of the brake discs and the condition of the brake fluid is also necessary to ensure no significant corrosion has developed during the three-year gap since the last recorded inspection.