2022 Hyundai Kona SE Connect T-GDI Mhev 1.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · DV72 ESO

The 2022 Hyundai Kona presents a stable and clean maintenance trend, confirmed by its most recent MOT pass on 26 November 2025 at 14,986 miles with zero defects recorded. A flawless pass just seven months ago indicates the vehicle met all required safety and emissions standards without any advisories. This suggests a careful ownership pattern where routine consumables and mechanical components remain within acceptable tolerances. The trend is undeniably stable, showing no deterioration or recurring mechanical failures. Evaluating the mileage against its age reveals a notably low usage pattern, accumulating roughly 3,746 miles per year. Between the September 2025 test at 14,830 miles and the November 2025 test at 14,986 miles, the odometer advanced by only 156 miles over two months. Such minimal accumulation points to either very light daily commuting or prolonged periods of inactivity. While low mileage generally reduces drivetrain wear, the sparse MOT record leaves the earlier maintenance history unverified. Despite the clean MOT record, a physical inspection must focus on the specific risks associated with low-mileage vehicles that stand idle for extended durations. Tyres and suspension bushes often perish and crack from age and lack of use rather than wear, requiring close scrutiny for sidewall damage. Brake discs can surface corrode, and calipers may begin to seize if the car sits stationary for long stretches, so a test drive must verify smooth braking without pulling or binding. Underbody and structural corrosion checks remain essential, as short trips prevent the chassis from reaching temperatures that evaporate moisture, potentially accelerating rust on exhaust components and suspension mounts.