2018 Hyundai Kona 1.0L Petrol · AM11 GYM

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthiness rating of Pass, but the maintenance history presents a clear deterioration trend over the past five years. In the September 2023 test at 52,000 miles, the tester flagged binding rear brakes and a structural integrity defect in the exhaust system, indicating a significant increase in wear that has not been corrected since. This suggests a pattern of neglect where the owner likely skipped routine inspections and failed to replace worn parts before the first MOT failure. The most recent test on 2025-08-06 showed only 2,124 miles, which is well below the 10,000-mile threshold for a new vehicle, but the gap between the 2023 test and the current date indicates that the vehicle has not been properly maintained since the 2022-2023 period. The mileage accumulation is uneven, with the most recent test occurring on 2025-08-06 at 2,124 miles, which is low for an 8-year-old car. However, the 2024-08-07 test at 1,201 miles and the 2023-08-14 test at 55 miles represent a sharp drop-off in recorded mileage, suggesting that the vehicle was likely driven less frequently or had major repairs performed during this period. The rapid accumulation of miles since 2021, where the tester flagged structural issues in the exhaust, implies that the owner may have driven the car for extended periods without addressing the wear on critical components like the brakes or suspension bushings. In conclusion, the vehicle is currently passing the MOT but carries a heavy risk of failure due to a history of binding brakes and structural defects. A buyer must inspect the car immediately to check for binding rear brakes, structural integrity in the exhaust system, and corrosion in the suspension. If the owner has not addressed these issues since 2021, the vehicle is likely unsafe to drive and should be evaluated for repair before being sold.