2007 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · SA57 YCM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 101,910 miles passed, it followed a failure just one day prior for multiple significant issues including worn brake discs, anti-roll bar ball joints, and a headlamp. The trend suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they reach the point of failure, as evidenced by the recurring appearance of brake components and suspension wear across the last two years. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 101,910 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,364 miles. This low-intensity usage is consistent across the records, with roughly 8,300 miles covered between October 2023 and October 2024, and another 5,631 miles in the following year. However, low mileage does not prevent the natural degradation of rubber-based components or the accelerated effects of corrosion, which aligns with the structural and mechanical issues noted on this vehicle. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the structural integrity of the chassis. Records consistently flag the rear sub-frame as corroded, and while the 2025 tester noted it was not yet seriously weakened, rust on a vehicle of this age often progresses rapidly. The front suspension also requires close scrutiny, as the anti-roll bar linkages and ball joints have failed or been advised for play in multiple consecutive tests, indicating significant wear in the steering and suspension geometry assembly. The braking system shows a clear area of recurring concern. The history indicates a cycle of thin pads and pitted discs, with the October 2025 failure highlighting a front inner brake disc as significantly worn. Given the previous reports of serious fluid leaks from rear shock absorbers in 2023, the buyer should verify that all four dampers have been replaced and that no new leaks or perished perished emerged since the last inspection.