2017 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · MB59 TMB

The Hyundai Santa Fe cleared its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 at 77,001 miles after a same-day failure at 77,000 miles for exposed ply cords on the nearside rear tyre and edge wear on the offside rear tyre. The test centre carried forward slight wear in the nearside and offside rear trailing arm bushes as advisories. This bush wear first appeared at the 11 October 2024 examination when the vehicle recorded 61,050 miles. The upkeep pattern reveals a chronic yet stable suspension fault paired with an abrupt lapse in tyre care that forced a retest. Overall roadworthiness stands acceptable today but the maintenance trend is mixed, with consumable neglect overshadowing otherwise sound mechanicals. Mileage progression aligns with typical use for a nine year old vehicle. The record shows 53,368 miles on 1 November 2023, rising to 61,050 by 11 October 2024, then 72,097 on 6 November 2025, and 77,001 in May 2026. Annual averages sit near 8,500 miles with no anomalous gaps or sudden accumulation. The clean passes in late 2023 and late 2025 indicate the prior keeper addressed statutory requirements promptly apart from the tyre failure. Such sparse defect history suggests light to moderate touring rather than harsh duty cycles. A buyer should physically inspect the rear trailing arm bushes for excessive movement or cracking given the repeated advisories across two years. Although the May 2026 pass lists only slight wear, the persistent notation implies previous owners deferred bush replacement. Verify the rear tyres fitted for the retest are compliant and check tread depth across all four corners to confirm no cord exposure remains. The absence of corrosion, brake, or structural defects in the records is reassuring, yet a workshop ramp check of the suspension linkages remains prudent before purchase.