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2011 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · SW11 CTZ

SW11 CTZ

2011 Hyundai Santa FE (2.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2011. Recorded mileage 127,801 miles. MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027.

Make & Model
HYUNDAI SANTA FE
Year / Origin
2011 · Aberdeen
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 18 Jan 2027
Road Tax
Untaxed (10 Aug 2026)
Recorded Mileage
127,801 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 18 Jan 2027
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 10 Aug 2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2011
Engine
2199cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a clear worsening trend regarding structural and mechanical components. While it passed its most recent test on January 2026 at 127,801 miles, this followed a significant failure just eleven days prior at the same mileage. The transition from a clean record in 2025 to a multi-point failure in early 2026 indicates the vehicle has reached a stage where deferred maintenance is causing compounding issues. At 15 years old with 127,801 miles, the Santa Fe has averaged approximately 8,500 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for its age. The mileage pattern appears steady, with roughly 7,000 miles driven between the January 2023 and January 2024 tests, and another 7,000 miles between early 2024 and 2025. However, the consistent mileage has not prevented the acceleration of age-related wear, particularly regarding the oxidation of the underbodyassis components. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the structural integrity of the subframes and suspension arms. The January 2026 failure flagged the nearside rear suspension arm as seriously weakened by corrosion, a critical safety defect that required replacement to achieve the subsequent pass. The presence of corrosion on both the front and rear lower subframes across the last three tests suggests that the vehicle's chassis is thinning. Any prospective buyer should verify that the repairs made after the failure were comprehensive and that rust is not spreading to adjacent structural members. The braking and wheel assemblies also show signs of neglect. All four brake discs were flagged as pitted or scored in the January 2026 test, a recurring issue dating back to 2024. The offside front wheel bearing has been noted as noisy since 2024, indicating it is nearing end of life. Furthermore, the failure due to below legal tyre tread depth in early 2026 suggests that the previous owner ignored basic consumable maintenance until an MOT failure forced action.
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SW11 CTZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 19/01/2026
  • 127,801 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)

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SW11 CTZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Aug 2026, 21:34
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (SW11 CTZ) between January 2023 and January 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 19 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 25 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”.

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SW11 CTZ Mileage History

  1. 10/01/2023108,287 mi
  2. 09/01/2024113,030 mi+4,743 mi
  3. 06/01/2025120,169 mi+7,139 mi
  4. 08/01/2026127,801 mi+7,632 mi
  5. 19/01/2026127,801 mi

Average of roughly 6,452 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
65
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently
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