2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate GDI HEV S-A 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · HY71 PVV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension components and interior safety. While the most recent test on 26 June 2025 at 23,020 miles passed, it failed exactly one day prior. That failure identified wear on both the nearside and offside front suspension arm pins or bushes, alongside a significantly weakened rear seat belt. This indicates that mechanical components are beginning to degrade despite low annual mileage. The mileage pattern is notably low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per year. There is a significant gap of nearly eleven months between the July 2024 test at 16,882 miles and the June 2025 test, during which 6,137 miles were covered. This low usage often suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine, but long periods of standing can lead to the degradation of rubber components, which likely explains the premature wear noted on the front suspension bushes. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension to ensure the worn bushes and pins have been replaced, as the tester flagged these on both sides in June 2025. The recurring issue with the rear seat belt webbing, which progressed from a slight fray in 2024 to a significant cut in 2025, requires verification that the entire assembly has been replaced to meet safety standards. Additionally, check the offside front tyre for sidewall damage noted in July 2024 to ensure no structural failure remains.