2021 Hyundai Kona Electricity · BP70 XYV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test on January 23, 2026. The maintenance trend appears stable, despite a minor failure earlier on that same day due to an inoperative nearside front headlamp and inability to test the light aim. This fault was rectified immediately, as the retest passed with no further defects recorded. The history suggests the owner is proactive in addressing immediate safety failures once they are flagged by the testing center. The Kona shows a high usage profile for its five-year age, averaging approximately 13,774 miles per year. Between the January 2024 test at 41,143 miles and the January 2025 test at 61,725 miles, the vehicle covered over 20,000 miles in a single year. This spike in mileage suggests consistent heavy use, likely long-distance commuting, which typically puts accelerated strain on suspension components, braking systems, and drivetrain hardware. While the MOT records remain clean, the high mileage indicates that components are reaching their service intervals sooner than a lower-mileage example. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on mechanical wear-and-tear items given the rapid mileage accumulation. Although the MOT history does not flag structural corrosion or binding calipers, the high mileage warrants a thorough check of the suspension bushes and shock absorbers for leaks or play. Inspect the brake discs for thinning and the pads for uneven glazing, as high-frequency use often degrades consumables rapidly. Since the vehicle has passed three consecutive tests without advisories, the primary risk remains the standard wear of moving parts rather than a hidden mechanical defect.