2012 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · FD12 CHF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on its recent testing history. The most recent MOT on 13 October 2025 at 169,477 miles passed with no defects recorded. This follows a successful pass in October 2024, despite a brief failure recorded just eight days prior in that same year. The fact that the vehicle returned to a clean sheet immediately after the failure and subsequent re-test suggests that the previous owner was proactive in addressing identified faults to maintain the vehicle for road use. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 169,477 miles reflects high usage, averaging approximately 12,000 miles per annum. The data shows consistent use over time, with roughly 11,000 miles covered between September 2022 and October 2023, and another 11,000 miles between October 2023 and October 2024. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle has been used regularly rather than sitting idle, which often results in better mechanical condition for the drivetrain and engine components compared to stationary vehicles. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension geometry and braking system, as these areas suffer most stress on high-mileage SUVs. While the recent records are clean of advisories, the high mileage increases the likelihood of worn suspension bushes, fatigued coil springs, and thinning brake discs. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check of the structural integrity for corrosion on the sills and subframes is essential to ensure that hidden rust has not compromised the frame between the annual MOT intervals.