2017 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · LB17 DSE

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening trajectory regarding suspension and tyre condition. While the most recent test in May 2025 at 32,995 miles passed, it introduced a new nearside rear wheel misalignment issue with potential bent suspension components. This follows a history of recurring issues with the offside rear shock absorbers, first noted in April 2024, indicating that the rear suspension is beginning to degrade and requires close monitoring. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,666 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between the 2022 test at 20,839 miles and the 2024 test at 28,935 miles, where the vehicle covered over 8,000 miles. This low usage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components, evidenced by the 2024 advisory regarding offside front tyres showing perishing and cracking despite the low distance traveled. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension geometry to determine if the misalignment is caused by a bent control arm or damaged mounting point. The recurring theme of tyres wearing unevenly or reaching the legal limit across 2022, 2024, and 2025 suggests persistent alignment issues or neglect of basic mechanical adjustment. Additionally, the light misting on the offside rear shock absorbers should be checked for active leaks, as seal failure often progresses on low-mileage vehicles that sit for extended periods.