2012 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · YF12 DHN

The vehicle's recent maintenance history shows an improving trend following a significant mechanical failure in late 2024. While the December 2024 test at 151,620 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects, this followed a failure just five days earlier at 151,618 miles. That failure indicated serious neglect regarding the braking system and suspension, specifically metal-to-metal contact on the nearside rear brake disc and a serious fluid leak from the nearside rear shock absorber. The subsequent clean pass suggests these critical components were addressed, moving the vehicle from a state of immediate mechanical risk to current compliance. The recorded mileage of 151,620 miles over approximately 14 years averages roughly 10,830 miles per year. This represents a consistent and typical usage pattern for a vehicle of this age and type. The data shows steady accumulation, with 13,098 miles covered between the November 2023 and December 2024 tests. There are no indications of long periods of inactivity or sudden, excessive mileage spikes that might suggest irregular usage or odometer tampering. A prospective buyer should focus physical inspections on the rear braking assembly and suspension components. The records show a recurring pattern of issues; the nearside rear shock absorber was flagged for light misting in November 2023 and progressed to a serious fluid leak by December 2024. Although the most recent test passed, the history of worn brake discs and thin pads across multiple years suggests that consumable replacement intervals may be stretched. I recommend verifying that the rear shock absorbers show no signs of fresh weeping and that the brake discs and pads have sufficient thickness remaining. The electrical history also warrants a quick check. The registration plate lamp has appeared as a recurring advisory or failure item in 2022, 2023, and 2024. While a minor issue, the frequency suggests a potentially intermittent fault in the wiring or a habit of ignoring small electrical defects. Checking all exterior lighting, including position lamps and registration plate illumination, will ensure no further minor non-compliance issues exist.