2022 Hyundai Kona Premium GDI HEV S-A 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · AS22 APH

The vehicle was most recently presented for DVSA MOT testing on 24 August 2026 and was issued a PASS certificate with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that at the time of test the vehicle met the statutory roadworthiness standards for the categories inspected. The prior test on 5 September 2025 also resulted in a PASS with no recorded items, which establishes a clear and consistent pattern of compliance over consecutive annual examinations. With two consecutive clean passes and no advisories, the official trend suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a satisfactory standard in the periods leading up to each test, and there are no documented recurring fault patterns, advisories on wear items, or structural concerns that would immediately flag concern from the MOT record alone. From an official history standpoint, the maintenance trajectory appears stable, and no deteriorating or escalating defect pattern is evident. The recorded mileage of 25,776 miles on a four-year-old vehicle equates to an annual average of approximately 6,444 miles, which is broadly typical for a privately used car in the UK and is neither indicative of unusually heavy use nor extended periods of standing. There is no significant mileage gap between the two recorded MOT tests, suggesting that the vehicle has been in regular service throughout the intervening year, which is mechanically beneficial for components such as the hybrid high-voltage system, 12V battery, brake system, tyres, and drivetrain seals that can deteriorate with prolonged inactivity. Continuous low-to-moderate usage of a relatively modern vehicle is generally favourable for long-term reliability, as it avoids the issues associated with low-mileage corrosion, dried brake fluid, and stale lubricants. The mileage profile therefore supports the assumption of consistent mechanical operation rather than any concerning usage pattern. Given the clean MOT history and the relatively young age of the vehicle, physical inspection should still focus on age-related degradation that MOT testing does not fully cover. Tyres fitted at original or recent MOT intervals should be examined for sidewall perishing and cracking, which can occur even on low-mileage vehicles due to UV exposure and ozone degradation, and the production date code on the sidewall should be checked to confirm that none of the tyres are over five years old. The 12V auxiliary battery, which supports the hybrid system control electronics, should be tested for state of charge and cranking performance, as modern vehicles with start-stop and hybrid functions place additional load on this component and premature failure is common from the third year onward. Brake discs should be inspected for any surface corrosion or lipping, and the calipers should be checked for smooth operation, since the front discs may have developed light surface oxidation from standing between uses, even at this mileage level. A road test should include a careful check of the hybrid system transition between electric and petrol propulsion, ensuring that the changeover is smooth and free of any unexpected vibrations, warning messages, or hesitation. The automatic transmission should be observed for clean, consistent gear selection in both Drive and Reverse, and the regenerative braking function should be confirmed to be operating normally through the infotainment or driver display interface. A thorough check beneath the bonnet for any signs of fluid leakage, particularly from the inverter cooling system, coolant expansion tank, or brake hydraulic lines, is advisable, alongside verification of coolant and brake fluid age, both of which typically require replacement at calendar-based intervals rather than purely on mileage. Finally, the service book should be reviewed to confirm regular Hyundai dealer or specialist servicing at the correct intervals, and the hybrid battery warranty status should be verified with a franchised dealer, as this remains the single most significant long-term cost consideration on any self-charging hybrid vehicle.