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CP61 UEY

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe

White Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

93,799 mi
Last recorded93,799 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe73,665 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP61 UEY
MakeHyundai
ModelSanta Fe
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 93,799 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2025 90,063 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 84,367 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 79,700 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 73,329 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2022 66,326 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2022 66,326 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 61,729 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear brake dust shields corroded and breaking away

Rear tyres slight wear on inner edges 235/60/18

Fail 9 Feb 2021 61,729 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn suspension arm forward bush pulling out (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn suspension arm forward bush pulling out (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator pads (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge 235/60/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge 235/60/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear brake dust shields corroded and breaking away

Rear tyres slight wear on inner edges 235/60/18

Pass 17 Feb 2020 58,514 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2020 58,514 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 52,218 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 44,762 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 44,762 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 37,515 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 29 Feb 2016 30,676 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 22,538 miles

How Reliable is the Hyundai Santa Fe?

Based on 784,797 MOT tests across 58,527 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
7,258
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
58,527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 15,463
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,915
Registration plate lamp not working 11,266
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10,993
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,648
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CP61 UEY is a 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe in White with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 73,665 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hyundai Santa Fe fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 15,463 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CP61 UEY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Santa Fe typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 14 years old, this Hyundai Santa Fe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CP61 UEY registered?

CP61 UEY is a 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, first registered on 29 February 2012.

Is CP61 UEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP61 UEY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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