Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 41 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 36.6%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s MOT Reliability Overview
The Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 41 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.4% and a failure rate of 36.6%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s presents for MOT with approximately 65,310 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s is Suspension, affecting 53.7% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment at 29.3%. Driver's View of the Road rounds out the top three at 12.2%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 56.1% | 23 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 31.7% | 13 |
| 3 | Driver's View Of The Road | 14.6% | 6 |
| 4 | Brakes | 12.2% | 5 |
| 5 | Tyres | 4.9% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 65,310 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 8.59 | 56.1% | 23 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 4.85 | 31.7% | 13 |
| Visibility | 2.24 | 14.6% | 6 |
| Brakes | 1.87 | 12.2% | 5 |
| Tyres | 0.75 | 4.9% | 2 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s has 65,310 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.60% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s MOT Data
The Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 41 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.4% and a failure rate of 36.6%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s is likely to perform.
Suspension — 53.7% of failures
Suspension issues account for 53.7% of MOT failures on the Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 29.3% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 29.3% of MOT failures on the Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Driver's View of the Road — 12.2% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 12.2% of MOT failures on the Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s?
Based on 41 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s has an overall pass rate of 63.4% (36.6% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s?
The top 3 reasons a Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (53.7%), 2. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (29.3%), 3. Driver's View of the Road (12.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s reliable?
With a 36.6% MOT failure rate, the Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Hyundai Santa Fe Ltd Crtd 7s?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (53.7%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (29.3%); Driver's View of the Road (12.2%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.