2022 Hyundai Ioniq SE Connect HEV S-A 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · BD72 UXS

The Hyundai Ioniq SE Connect HEV has maintained a clean MOT record across all five tests, with the most recent January 2026 inspection at 96,813 miles showing no defects—an outcome consistent with the September 2025, September 2024, and September 2023 tests. This stability suggests the vehicle has been well-maintained under normal operating conditions, with no recurring advisories or failures to indicate deteriorating mechanical integrity. The absence of even minor defects in the latest test, just six months prior to this evaluation, reinforces that the core systems—brakes, suspension, steering, and structural components—have passed rigorous DVSA scrutiny without intervention. That said, the high annual mileage of roughly 24,200 miles per year demands closer scrutiny of high-wear items, as such usage accelerates natural degradation in components like brake friction material, suspension bushes, and tyre tread. The mileage pattern reveals two distinct phases: an initial low-mileage period, with just 61 miles recorded by the December 2022 MOT (likely a new-car delivery test), followed by a sharp increase to 27,837 miles by September 2023—a gain of over 27,000 miles in less than nine months. From there, the pace moderates slightly but remains aggressive, with 32,988 miles added in the next 12 months (by September 2024) and another 33,390 miles in the following year (by September 2025). The most recent stretch, from September 2025 to January 2026, saw 5,986 miles covered in just four months, suggesting either seasonal heavy use or a change in ownership. Such rapid accumulation, while not inherently problematic, increases the likelihood of accelerated wear on consumables and moving parts, particularly in the drivetrain and braking systems. Given the absence of MOT advisories or defects, there is no evidence of structural corrosion, binding brakes, or failing suspension components in the official record. However, a prospective buyer should conduct a pre-purchase inspection focusing on high-mileage wear points: the brake system, including disc thickness and pad condition, as well as the integrity of suspension bushes, coil springs, and ball joints. The hybrid powertrain’s inverter and battery cooling system should also be checked for signs of overheating or fluid leaks, given the vehicle’s elevated mileage. Tyre condition—tread depth, sidewall cracks, and rotation symmetry—will be critical, as will the condition of the exhaust system for signs of corrosion or leaks, particularly in the underbody components. While the MOT history is flawless, the mileage profile justifies thorough due diligence on these high-wear areas.