2022 Hyundai Kona Premium GDI HEV S-A 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · AP22 ODF

With only a single recorded failure across three tests since 2025, the roadworthiness history of this 2022 Hyundai Kona presents a relatively clean profile centred on one isolated rectification rather than any chronic or escalating defect trend. The most recent examination on 31 July 2026 recorded a pass with no advisories or defects logged, confirming that no wear items have yet reached the threshold of examiner attention. The earlier test on 14 August 2025 initially failed on both headlamp aim projections being set too high, a presentation issue corrected at the same appointment given the matching pass record also dated 14 August 2025. Headlamp aim discrepancies are typically linked to suspension loading, rear seat occupancy, or manual adjustment of the headlamp pods rather than structural or electrical deterioration, and the absence of any repeat advisory on the 2026 test suggests the setting remained within tolerance thereafter. At 17,953 miles over four years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 4,488 miles per annum, which is notably below the typical mileage profile for a vehicle of this age and type. This restrained accumulation rate means that wear-sensitive components such as brake friction material, disc surfaces, tyres, clutch assemblies and drivetrain internals have experienced less mechanical duty than would be expected at a higher annual mileage. Conversely, lower usage can introduce considerations around prolonged standing periods, including potential stagnation of brake fluid, surface corrosion on steel wheels or underbody components from infrequent use in damp conditions, and minor drying of rubber seals. The annual testing cadence with no large gaps between recorded events does not suggest extended periods off the road, which limits the typical concerns associated with very low usage. For a prospective buyer, the prior headlamp aim failure is the only specific item recorded, and it is worth verifying on inspection that both headlamp pods retain their correct setting by parking the vehicle on level ground a short distance from a wall or garage door and checking that the beam pattern cut-off sits at or just below the horizontal reference line. Given the modest mileage, particular attention during a test drive should be paid to brake pedal feel and response, as lightly used hybrid braking systems can develop corrosion on the disc surfaces, which presents as a judder or vibration through the steering wheel under firm pedal application from higher speeds. Listening for any binding or scraping sounds from the front or rear corners when first moving off after the vehicle has been stationary can indicate seized caliper slide pins or corroded pad backing plates, both of which are consistent with low mileage rather than heavy wear. The hybrid powertrain itself does not appear in the MOT history, as the test does not cover high-voltage system integrity, battery state of health, or inverter operation. A pre-purchase inspection should therefore include a diagnostic scan of the hybrid system for any stored fault codes, confirmation that the high-voltage battery State of Health readout falls within acceptable parameters for its age and mileage, and a check of the 12V auxiliary battery which supports the hybrid control systems. Suspension refinement should be evaluated by driving over uneven surfaces, speed humps and broken tarmac to detect any knocking or clonking that might suggest worn anti-roll bar links, strut top bearings, or lower control arm inner bushes, none of which have yet generated advisories but are the items most likely to surface next on a lightly used vehicle. Tyre condition including even shoulder wear across both axles, together with a thorough underbody examination for any surface corrosion given the low annual usage, would round out a proportionate appraisal of this Kona.