2020 Hyundai Kona Premium SE GDI HEV S-A 1.6L Hybrid electric · DA70 SNU

The vehicle presents a stable and generally improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 11 December 2025 at 42,936 miles. The most recent test flagged only minor wear items, specifically both rear brake pads wearing thin, which is a routine consumable advisory rather than a serious mechanical defect. This follows a pattern of consistent, low-severity advisories that have been addressed promptly between tests, indicating a responsible ownership history with no major structural or safety-critical failures recorded across the entire MOT timeline. The mileage accumulation is steady and entirely typical for a six-year-old vehicle. Between the December 2023 test at 26,667 miles and the December 2024 test at 33,558 miles, the car covered 6,891 miles in twelve months. The following year saw a further 9,378 miles added by December 2025, bringing the total to 42,936 miles. This equates to roughly 7,156 miles per annum over the vehicle's life, with a slight uptick in recent use. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record that would suggest long periods of disuse or clocking concerns. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the rear braking system, given the recurring advisory for thin rear pads at the most recent test. While the advisory confirms the pads were not yet at the point of failure, it signals that replacement is imminent. Check the condition of the rear brake discs for scoring or lipping, and verify whether the calipers are operating freely without binding. The front tyres were flagged as worn close to the legal limit in December 2024, so examine the current tread depth and sidewall condition carefully, particularly for uneven wear patterns that could indicate tracking or suspension geometry issues. Beyond the flagged items, inspect the underside for corrosion, paying close attention to suspension mounting points, subframes, and brake line runs, as these hybrid variants can place additional stress on rear suspension components due to battery weight. The windscreen wiper blade defect noted in 2024 is a trivial consumable, but confirm the current blades are functioning correctly and the washer system delivers adequate fluid. Overall, the MOT record reflects a well-maintained vehicle with no structural or systemic red flags, though the rear brakes and tyres warrant immediate attention.