Hyundai Santa Fe (2014)
2014 Hyundai Santa Fe
CarHunch analysed 2,643 real MOT records for the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe passes its MOT at 82.2%, slightly above the UK average of 80%, which is reassuring—but nearly half of these vehicles (46.7%) have experienced a dangerous defect at some point, making this a significant concern for any buyer considering one. The diesel-only lineup shows consistent reliability with that same 82.2% pass rate.
At around 62,600 miles median for a ten-year-old vehicle, these Santa Fes are running typical mileage, yet they're averaging 2.08 failures per test and a notably high 13 advisories, suggesting maintenance costs creep up steadily. Before buying, get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on any history of major defects—nearly one in two of these cars has had one.
What to check before buying a 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 46.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (100%) | 2,631 | 82.2% | 2.08 |
| Petrol (0%) | 12 | 82.3% | 0.92 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles fall between 49,371 and 76,918 miles.
2014 Hyundai Santa Fe — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 2,321 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 93% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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