2022 Hyundai Kona Electric · DF71 OGC

The vehicle was presented for its most recent DVSA MOT examination on 17 February 2026 and achieved a first-time pass with no defects, advisories, or minor issues recorded by the testing station. The preceding test, conducted on 4 February 2025, also resulted in a clean pass with no recorded defects. With two consecutive years of unblemished results and no advisories appearing on either certificate, the official test history indicates a stable and well-maintained mechanical condition, with no immediate statutory concerns flagged regarding braking efficiency, suspension integrity, exhaust emissions, lighting, or structural corrosion. While the MOT represents only a snapshot of compliance against minimum safety and environmental standards at the time of testing, the absence of advisories on either record suggests that the consumable components inspected were in serviceable condition with no items approaching failure thresholds. The recorded mileage of 41,793 miles over a four-year ownership period equates to an annual average of approximately 10,448 miles, which sits comfortably within the typical usage bracket for a vehicle of this age and class. There are no significant gaps in the recorded mileage history nor any indication of unusually rapid accumulation that would suggest motorway-heavy or commercial-style use. This moderate annual mileage profile implies steady, mixed-condition operation, which generally promotes even wear across drivetrain, braking, and suspension components without imposing the accelerated degradation typical of high-mileage vehicles. Equally, it avoids the prolonged standing periods that can promote issues such as brake disc corrosion, brake caliper seizure, and deterioration of rubber and polymer components. Given the clean MOT history and moderate mileage, physical inspection should focus on age-related degradation rather than wear-induced defects. Tyres warrant close visual scrutiny for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds harden and deteriorate with calendar age irrespective of tread depth; a four-year-old vehicle may still be running its original fitment, and perishing can render a tyre non-compliant even with adequate tread. Brake discs should be examined for any lipping or surface corrosion, particularly on the inner faces, and a test drive should confirm smooth braking without shudder, vibration, or pulling to either side. The 12V battery should be health-checked, as average service life is typically four to six years and original units are now at the upper end of expected lifespan. Fluid services including engine oil, brake fluid, coolant, and automatic transmission fluid (if applicable) should be verified against the manufacturer's schedule, as calendar-based replacement intervals remain critical regardless of the relatively modest mileage accumulation. Finally, a thorough road test should include careful attention to suspension refinement over uneven surfaces, listening for any clonks or knocks that may indicate worn anti-roll bar links, bushes, or strut top mounts, which can deteriorate with age even at moderate mileages. Steering should be checked for straight-line stability and absence of vibration, while the exhaust system should be inspected for any signs of corrosion at mounting points, joints, and the heat shield, particularly given four winters of road salt exposure. Verify that the service book or digital service record corroborates the mileage trend with regular stampings or entries at appropriate intervals, and confirm that any supplementary warranty or Hyundai service plan remains active where applicable. The clean MOT record, stable mileage profile, and apparent absence of recurring advisories collectively present a positive roadworthiness picture, but a pre-purchase inspection by an independent specialist, combined with a current diagnostic scan for any stored fault codes, would provide the prudent buyer with full confidence in the vehicle's underlying mechanical state.