2018 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · SO18 GOU
2018 Hyundai Santa FE (2.2L, diesel). First registered 31 Jul 2018. Recorded mileage 70,959 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- HYUNDAI SANTA FE
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,959 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SO18 GOU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/07/2026
- 70,959 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SO18 GOU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe (SO18 GOU) between July 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
SO18 GOU Mileage History
- 20/07/202247,044 mi
- 17/07/202351,265 mi+4,221 mi
- 22/07/202458,035 mi+6,770 mi
- 17/07/202565,160 mi+7,125 mi
- 16/07/202670,959 mi+5,799 mi
Average of roughly 5,995 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Hyundai Santa Fe (DM)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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