2023 Hyundai Santa FE 1.6L Hybrid electric · MS51 AAN

A record of dangerous safety failures on critical components characterizes the early roadworthiness history of this vehicle. Although it passed its test on 15 September 2022, this was only achieved after an initial failure on the same day due to front brake pads measuring less than 1.5mm and the nearside front tyre tread falling below the legal 1.6mm limit. The total recorded mileage of 17,811 miles is low for its age, representing an average annual accumulation of roughly 5,937 miles. This indicates a light usage profile, although the presence of dangerous wear on brakes and tyres at this low mileage suggests the vehicle may have been used for short, high-frequency stops or experienced uneven wear patterns. Prospective buyers should specifically investigate the front steering assembly, as the offside front track rod end ball joint was previously noted to have slight play. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clicking sensations through the steering wheel, particularly during low-speed manoeuvres or when driving over speed bumps. The previous failure for critically thin brake pads requires a verification of the current pad depth and a check for any vibration or judder through the brake pedal under moderate braking. A visual inspection of the tyres is necessary to ensure that the previously recorded nail in the nearside rear tyre has been professionally repaired or the tyre replaced. The rear registration plate should also be checked for legibility and condition to ensure the previous advisory for deterioration has been addressed. Given the history of dangerous defects, a full audit of the current tread depths across all four tyres is required to confirm they meet the legal minimum.