2016 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · RK16 AAF

The most recent MOT test conducted on 9 March 2026 resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. Reviewing the broader history, the vehicle shows a stable and positive maintenance trend over the last three years, having achieved consecutive passes without any noted advisories or failures since early 2023. While there was a recorded failure in February 2023, the subsequent clean records indicate that any underlying mechanical or structural issues were successfully addressed, and the vehicle has maintained a consistent standard of roadworthiness in recent years. The recorded mileage of 51,458 miles is significantly lower than the national average for a ten-year-old vehicle, representing an annual usage rate of approximately 5,146 miles. While this low mileage suggests reduced mechanical wear on the engine, gearbox, and drivetrain components, it also indicates a pattern of infrequent use. Such usage can sometimes lead to specific maintenance challenges, as components that are not regularly cycled through their full range of motion may experience different types of degradation compared to a vehicle used for regular long-distance driving. Given the clean MOT history and low mileage, your physical inspection should prioritise age-related deterioration over wear-based defects. Closely examine the tyres for signs of perishing, such as sidewall cracking or fine cracks within the tread grooves, which can occur as the rubber hardens over a decade regardless of tread depth. You should also inspect the brake discs for heavy surface corrosion or pitting, which is common in vehicles that sit idle for periods, and listen for any signs of binding calipers or uneven braking during your test drive. Additionally, you must verify that the vehicle has been serviced on a time-based rather than a mileage-based schedule. Ensure that essential fluids, such as brake fluid and engine coolant, have been replaced according to the manufacturer's yearly recommendations to prevent degradation from moisture absorption or chemical breakdown. Check the 12V battery for signs of age or terminal corrosion, as infrequent driving can lead to shallow discharge cycles and reduced battery health. Finally, inspect the rubber suspension bushes and engine mounts for any signs of cracking or hardening, and confirm through the service book that oil changes have been performed annually to mitigate the risk of internal engine sludge.