2016 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · NA66 VTN

The Hyundai Santa Fe has demonstrated consistent roadworthiness over its most recent MOT cycle, with all four tests—including the latest on 20 May 2025 at 78,296 miles—passing without any defects or advisories. The absence of recurring issues across these intervals suggests the vehicle has been maintained at a baseline standard, though the lack of advisories does not preclude hidden wear. The most recent test, just over a year ago, aligns with the 12-month MOT cycle, meaning the vehicle has not undergone an interim inspection since. This is standard practice, but buyers should verify whether any critical components—such as suspension bushes, brake calipers, or exhaust systems—have been serviced independently outside the MOT scope. The recorded mileage progression of approximately 7,830 miles annually over the past decade reflects typical usage for a vehicle of this age. There are no abrupt jumps or prolonged periods of inactivity between tests, which would otherwise raise concerns about neglect or storage-related deterioration. The steady accumulation suggests consistent driving habits without extreme wear patterns, though the lack of detailed service records means potential issues like fluid leaks or suspension degradation could have gone unnoticed. The most recent MOT was conducted at 78,296 miles, meaning the vehicle has since accumulated roughly 3,300 miles—an amount that, while modest, could still stress components like brake pads or tyres if maintenance was deferred. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of high-wear items such as the suspension system, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which often degrade incrementally without immediate failure. The brakes, while not flagged in tests, warrant close examination for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion on the discs—common issues in vehicles of this age and mileage. Structural integrity, including underbody corrosion around the sills, wheel arches, and exhaust system, should also be assessed, as these areas are prone to deterioration without visible external signs. Finally, the exhaust emissions system, though not explicitly tested in these records, may require verification to ensure no unrecorded failures have occurred since the last MOT.