2021 Hyundai Kona Electricity · BP21 UXF

The 2021 Hyundai Kona holds a valid MOT certificate dated 22 May 2026, passed at 38,717 miles. The maintenance trend is broadly stable but reveals a recurring pattern of neglect toward basic consumable upkeep, specifically tyre condition and windscreen washer fluid levels. The most recent pass was not clean; the tester flagged both front tyres worn to within 0.4mm of the legal limit and noted a damaged outer sidewall on the nearside front. A failed test just six days earlier on 16 May 2026 at 38,365 miles confirms these issues were present and compounded by a split offside wiper blade and insufficient washer liquid. Passing on a retest so quickly suggests the owner addressed the wiper and fluid but left the compromised tyres in place, which is a concerning indicator of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. The mileage accumulation of 38,717 miles over five years, averaging 7,743 miles annually, sits squarely within typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The MOT record shows a significant gap between May 2024 at 13,469 miles and May 2025 at 21,024 miles, representing a jump of 7,555 miles in a single year. This suggests a shift from light to moderate use. The record is sparse, with only four tests documented across the vehicle's life, limiting the ability to identify long-term mechanical degradation trends. However, the low overall mileage implies reduced wear on major drivetrain and suspension components compared to higher-mileage equivalents. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front axle and structural integrity. The repeated advisories regarding front tyre wear and sidewall damage warrant close scrutiny of the suspension geometry. Misaligned tracking or worn suspension bushes could be causing the uneven edge wear noted in multiple tests. Inspect the front brake discs and pads for uneven wear, as tyre issues sometimes mask braking imbalances. The nail punctures recorded in 2024 and 2025 on the offside rear suggest the vehicle has been driven over debris, so check the inner sidewalls of all tyres for previous repairs. Finally, examine the subframe and inner wheel arches for corrosion, particularly given the vehicle's age and the potential for standing periods during its earlier low-mileage years.