2022 Hyundai Kona Premium GDI HEV S-A 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · PY22 KFT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on July 28, 2025, at 20,261 miles. The maintenance trend shows a reactive resolution of critical faults that caused a failure just four days prior on July 24. While the car passed the re-test, the initial failure indicates that the suspension and braking components were in a state of borderline neglect, requiring immediate mechanical intervention to meet DVSA safety standards. At four years old, the recorded mileage of 20,261 miles represents an average annual usage of approximately 5,065 miles. This low-mileage profile suggests short-distance driving, which can sometimes lead to accelerated wear on rubber components or brake corrosion due to inactivity. The presence of a worn nearside front tyre on the inner edge during the July 2025 test points to an alignment issue or incorrect camber that has caused premature tyre wear despite the low total distance driven. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The 2025 failure flagged excessively worn rear bushes on both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arms, which explains the alignment-related issues and potential uneven tyre wear. The offside rear brake disc was also noted as pitted and scored, a common symptom in low-mileage vehicles where brakes are not used frequently to clear surface rust. Verify that these components were actually replaced and check that a fresh alignment has been performed to prevent rapid degradation of new tyres.