2014 Hyundai Santa FE 2.4L Petrol · WH63 WGE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of recurring mechanical and electrical faults. While it passed its most recent test on January 2026 at 135,082 miles, this success followed a failure just one day prior. The persistent presence of a defective electronic parking brake system and thinning rear brake pads across multiple tests suggests a reactive approach to maintenance where components are only addressed when they technically fail an inspection rather than through preventative care. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twelve-year-old large SUV, averaging approximately 11,200 miles per year. The vehicle progressed from 105,883 miles in January 2024 to 121,937 miles in January 2025, and reached 135,082 miles by early 2026. This steady accumulation indicates regular long-distance use, which places significant strain on heavy-duty components like the suspension and braking system typical of the Hyundai Santa Fe. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the electronic parking brake system, as it was flagged as inoperative or defective in both 2025 and 2026. The tester noted the switch operates but the mechanism remains defective, which often points to internal actuator or wiring failures that can be costly to rectify. Additionally, the history of low parking brake efficiency in 2025 followed by thin pads in 2026 indicates that the rear braking assembly may be suffering from sticking calipers or overheating. Check for uneven wear on the rear discs and ensure the brake surfaces have not been scored by the reported thin pads.