2020 Hyundai Kona Premium SE GDI HEV S-A 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · DN20 CFZ

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2020 Hyundai Kona Premium SE GDi Hybrid was conducted on 24 June 2025 and the vehicle passed with no defects or advisories recorded, which is the most favourable outcome possible on a single test. Reviewing the available history, the vehicle has now passed three consecutive annual tests, in 2023, 2024 and 2025, each with a completely clean sheet. There are no recorded advisories, no failure items, and no monitored components, meaning that no worn or marginal items have been formally flagged by the examiner over the last three years. From a trend perspective, this represents a stable and well-maintained pattern, indicating that the previous keeper has evidently kept the car in serviceable condition and addressed any wear items before they reached MOT failure thresholds. The recorded mileage of 41,317 miles over approximately six years equates to an average annual usage of around 6,886 miles, which is broadly typical for a privately owned vehicle of this age, though it sits towards the lower end of the national average. This modest annual mileage suggests a mix of regular shorter journeys rather than sustained motorway use, which has particular implications for a self-charging hybrid powertrain. The high-voltage hybrid system benefits from regular use to keep the traction battery conditioned, and the petrol engine still requires adequate running to maintain oil lubrication and prevent condensation build-up within the crankcase and exhaust. There are no significant gaps in the MOT testing record, with annual tests presented consecutively, suggesting the vehicle has remained in active service and likely on the road throughout its life rather than being laid up for extended periods. Despite the absence of any recorded advisories, the age and relatively modest annual mileage warrant a thorough hands-on inspection prior to purchase. While the brake discs and pads will have experienced less wear than on a higher-mileage equivalent, vehicles that complete predominantly short urban journeys are prone to premature rear brake disc corrosion due to limited motorway braking, so the discs should be checked for any lip formation, surface pitting, or binding calipers that could lead to uneven pad wear or pulling under braking. The 12-volt auxiliary battery, which supports the hybrid system electronics, should be load tested as these can deteriorate with calendar age rather than mileage, particularly in a vehicle that has completed three years of low-use motoring in succession. Tyre condition warrants close attention, as the sidewalls and tread of original or older tyres can perish and crack due to age-related UV and ozone degradation, even if the tread depth remains legal, so a visual inspection of all four tyres for crazing, bulging, or uneven inner shoulder wear from incorrect alignment is advisable. Service history verification is particularly important on a hybrid of this age. Confirm that oil and filter changes have been carried out at the manufacturer-recommended intervals, and that the hybrid system coolant, inverter coolant, and brake fluid have been replaced in line with their calendar-based schedules rather than purely on mileage. The e-CVT transmission in the hybrid variant is sealed-for-life, but the reduction gear oil should be inspected for any signs of metallic contamination. On a test drive, listen for any abnormal noises from the transition between electric and petrol propulsion, check for any warning messages relating to the hybrid system on the dashboard, and confirm smooth regenerative braking function. Finally, inspect the underbody, suspension bushes, and coil springs for any corrosion typical of a vehicle now approaching the age where structural advisories can begin to appear, as the MOT record will not capture deterioration occurring between tests.