2019 Hyundai Kona 1.0L Petrol · RH02 ADE

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy following a failed MOT test on 8 June 2026 at 67,381 miles. The maintenance trend has shifted significantly towards worsening, moving from a clean record in 2025 to multiple critical failures this month. The most recent failure identifies an inoperative engine malfunction indicator lamp and severe mechanical wear on the rear braking system, including thin pads and worn discs. These faults indicate immediate attention is required to restore safety standards. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. There is a notable increase in usage between May 2024 and May 2025, where the car covered over 21,000 miles, followed by another 16,000-mile stretch between the 2025 and 2026 tests. While the annual mileage is typical for this class, the frequency of brake failures suggests that components are not being serviced proactively between annual testing intervals. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, as the record shows a recurring history of neglected rear brakes. The 2024 test flagged thin front and rear pads with pitted rear discs, and the 2026 failure confirms the rear discs have now become significantly worn. The buyer should also verify the engine management system electronics, as an inoperative malfunction warning lamp is a serious failure that can mask underlying engine faults. Given the previous 2023 failure for sub-legal tyre tread, the current condition and age of all four tyres require immediate scrutiny to ensure the owner has not again neglected basic consumable maintenance.