2021 Hyundai Ioniq 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · HT21 DNX

The most recent MOT, carried out on 11 March 2026, was passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle satisfied the current safety and emissions standards at that time. In the preceding year the car failed its MOT on 21 March 2025 due to a major brake‑efficiency shortfall and was also flagged for slight cracking or perishing of all four tyres. The subsequent pass in 2026 suggests that the brake system and tyre condition were remedied, pointing to an overall improvement in the vehicle’s maintenance status after the earlier failure. With a recorded 29 012 miles after just over five years of age, the average annual mileage works out to roughly 5 800 miles, which is well below the UK average of around 10‑12 000 miles per year. Such low utilisation often implies lighter duty cycles, but it can also indicate prolonged periods of inactivity. Extended standing can accelerate rubber perishing, cause tyre sidewall cracking, and promote corrosion on suspension joints and brake components. The modest mileage therefore reduces the typical wear on drivetrain and suspension parts, yet the vehicle should still be examined for age‑related degradation rather than mileage‑related fatigue. Prospective buyers should give particular attention to the tyre condition, despite the clean 2026 MOT. Examine the tread depth on all four tyres, looking for uneven wear, sidewall cracks, or dry‑rot, especially in the shoulder areas where perishing is most likely. On a test drive listen for any thumping, vibration, or pulling to one side that could indicate hidden tyre damage or mis‑alignment. Verify that the brake pedal offers firm, progressive resistance without sponginess, excessive pedal travel, or a pulsating feel under hard application, as the previous brake‑efficiency failure may have been addressed but could re‑emerge if pads, discs or the hydraulic system have deteriorated since the repair. Given the vehicle’s age of five years, a thorough visual inspection of the suspension bushes, coil springs and anti‑roll bar links is advisable to detect any cracking, corrosion or loss of compliance that can develop during long idle periods. Check the under‑body for rust, particularly around the wheel arches, sills and rear subframe, and confirm that the exhaust system is free of cracks or excessive corrosion. The 12‑volt battery should be tested for cranking voltage and electrolyte condition, as batteries can lose capacity when a car sits unused. Finally, confirm that time‑based fluid services have been performed – coolant, brake fluid and gearbox oil typically require replacement every two to three years regardless of mileage – and that the service book bears the appropriate stamps. These checks will help ensure that the low‑mileage Hyundai Ioniq remains mechanically sound and road‑worthy.