2018 Hyundai Kona 1.0L Petrol · LF68 MXY

Based on the official DVSA MOT records, this 2018 Hyundai Kona presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, with the most recent test on 2025-08-11 at 25,758 miles passing completely clean with zero defects recorded. The vehicle has been consistently roadworthy across all six documented tests, and the trajectory of its advisories shows a clear resolution of earlier minor wear items rather than a pattern of escalating mechanical neglect. The tester flagged front brake pads wearing thin along with both front tyres worn close to the legal limit on inner edges during the 2023-08-08 test at 20,916 miles, yet these items did not reappear as defects in subsequent tests, suggesting the previous owner addressed the brake pads and tyres promptly after that inspection. No structural corrosion, suspension faults, exhaust emissions failures, or recurring mechanical defects have ever been recorded against this vehicle. The mileage accumulation tells a story of genuinely light use. Across roughly eight years, the odometer has advanced just 25,758 miles, averaging approximately 3,220 miles per year, which sits well below the typical UK annual average of around 7,000 to 8,000 miles. The annual increments between tests are consistent and modest, ranging from roughly 2,100 to 2,400 miles per year, with no sudden jumps that would suggest long dormant periods followed by intense use. This steady, low-mileage pattern implies the vehicle has likely been used for short urban or suburban journeys rather than high-mileage motorway commuting, which can be kinder to the drivetrain but harder on components like the battery, exhaust aftertreatment systems, and brake discs due to lack of sustained heat cycling and clearing runs. Prospective buyers should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection focused on areas the MOT record cannot fully reveal. The inner-edge tyre wear noted in 2023 hints at possible misaligned front suspension geometry, so checking the condition of front suspension bushes, tracking alignment, and tyre wear patterns remains worthwhile even though the defect did not recur. With such low annual mileage, inspect the underside for surface corrosion on brake lines, subframe mounting points, and exhaust components, as short trips accelerate moisture-related corrosion compared to longer journeys. Examine the condition of the brake discs and pads despite the clean recent pass, since a vehicle covering barely 3,000 miles annually may develop uneven disc surfaces and caliper drag from prolonged standing periods. The battery health and coolant system also warrant attention, as infrequent use can degrade these components faster than mileage alone would suggest.