Hyundai Santa Fe (2017)
2017 Hyundai Santa Fe
CarHunch analysed 2,685 real MOT records for the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2017 Santa Fe passes its MOT on first attempt 87.8% of the time, well above the UK average of 80%—but nearly one in three vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a significant concern for buyers. The diesel-only cohort shows no reliability weakness by fuel type, so your choice here won't affect longevity expectations.
At roughly 47,000 miles median for a seven-year-old model, these Santa Fes are showing typical wear, yet they average just under one failure per test and 7.4 advisories, suggesting component degradation is gradual rather than sudden. Before committing to any example, get a full pre-purchase inspection that specifically flags suspension, braking, and emissions systems—the areas where that 30% dangerous defect rate is likely concentrated.
What to check before buying a 2017 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.
- ⚠️ 30.1% 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%) | 2,674 | 87.9% | 0.99 |
| Petrol (0%) | 11 | 82.6% | 0.73 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2017 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 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles fall between 37,028 and 59,303 miles.
2017 Hyundai Santa Fe — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 2,509 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 96% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
MOT History Averages
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