2019 Hyundai Santa FE 2.2L Diesel · YV68 FSG

The latest MOT test on 4 November 2025 resulted in a pass, although this followed a failure categorized as dangerous due to severely worn offside front inner brake pads. The overall maintenance trend indicates a recent decline in proactive upkeep. While the vehicle maintained a clean record through 2023 and 2024, the most recent inspection highlighted multiple deficiencies across the braking system and tyre condition, suggesting that the vehicle may have been neglected in the period leading up to its last certification. With 44,259 miles recorded over approximately seven years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 6,323 miles per year. This is considered typical usage for a family SUV of this age and suggests a balanced duty cycle. This moderate mileage implies that the drivetrain and major suspension components should remain in good condition, provided the service intervals have been adhered to. There is no evidence of excessive wear associated with high mileage, nor the specific risks linked to prolonged standing, such as seized calipers or perished seals. The MOT history reveals a concerning pattern regarding braking consumables. The dangerous failure for the offside front inner pads, combined with advisories for the nearside front and offside rear, suggests uneven wear or a failure to replace pads as a complete set. During a test drive, the buyer should listen for metallic grinding or squealing and feel for any brake shudder or pulling under heavy deceleration. It is imperative to verify that all brake pads and discs have been replaced recently and that the braking system is operating symmetrically. Attention must be paid to the rear tyres, which were noted as cracking or perishing in the latest report. This is often a sign of age-related degradation of the rubber compound rather than tread wear. The buyer should physically inspect the tyre sidewalls for fine cracks and check the date stamps to ensure they are not beyond six years old. Additionally, given the vehicle's age, a thorough review of the service history is required to confirm that calendar-based maintenance, such as brake fluid flushes and engine oil changes, has been performed regardless of the moderate annual mileage.