2022 Hyundai Kona 1.4L Electricity · RN58 BOB

The 2022 Hyundai Kona presents with a clean and reassuring MOT history, having passed its most recent roadworthiness test on 16 June 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded, and having similarly passed the previous test on 4 June 2025 with no defects noted. With two consecutive clean passes and no advisories logged across the available record, the maintenance trend appears stable and the vehicle has been kept in a roadworthy condition from an emissions, braking, and structural perspective at each annual check. The absence of any recorded advisories is particularly encouraging, as it suggests the previous keeper has addressed wear items either prior to testing or through routine servicing, allowing the vehicle to pass without examiner flagging of concerns such as perished tyres, corroded brake components, or weakened suspension bushings. In terms of usage, the recorded mileage of 53,173 miles against an age of approximately four years equates to an annual accumulation of around 13,293 miles, which is notably higher than the national average for a vehicle of this age. This level of use suggests the Kona has been employed as a regular daily driver, likely covering a mix of commuting and longer journeys, which generally promotes healthier mechanical condition than a low-mileage example that may have endured prolonged standing periods. However, the higher mileage does mean that typical consumables and wear components will have experienced more substantial use, with items such as brake pads and discs, tyres, suspension components, and clutch or transmission fluids all requiring closer scrutiny relative to a lower-mileage alternative. Given the clean MOT record and the absence of any advisories, there is no specific defect history to investigate, so physical inspection should focus on the age- and mileage-related wear that may not yet have reached the threshold for an MOT advisory but could be relevant to imminent servicing. Tyres should be examined closely for both remaining tread depth and, critically, for signs of sidewall perishing or cracking from age, particularly given that the vehicle is now four years old and the original factory-fitted rubber may have degraded even if tread remains legal. The 12V battery should be tested for state of charge and cranking performance, as batteries beyond four years of service are prone to sudden failure, particularly in a vehicle used for regular short trips. Brake discs should be inspected for any lipping, scoring, or uneven wear, and the calipers should be checked for smooth operation and freedom of binding, while all brake and coolant hoses warrant visual inspection for perishing or weeping. A thorough test drive should include listening for any suspension clonks or knocks over uneven road surfaces, which would indicate worn bushes, top mounts, or anti-roll bar links given the higher mileage. The transmission should be evaluated for smooth and consistent operation, with particular attention paid to any clutch slip under load if manual, or any hesitation or harsh engagement if automatic. The engine should be observed from cold start for excessive smoke, rough idle, or warning lights, and once at operating temperature for any unusual noises, coolant leaks, or fluctuations in temperature gauge behaviour. Finally, prospective buyers should verify the service book stamps and history to confirm that time-based fluid services, including brake fluid, coolant, and transmission oil, have been carried out at the manufacturer-recommended intervals, as calendar-based degradation of these fluids is a common oversight that does not always manifest at MOT testing but can compromise long-term reliability.