2022 Hyundai Kona Premium GDI HEV S-A 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · SR71 EJO

The Hyundai Kona presents a stable mechanical condition following its most recent MOT pass on 12 February 2026 at 24,132 miles. The maintenance trend shows improvement from the previous year, as the tester no longer flagged the registration plate or headlamp aim defects that caused the February 2025 failure. However, recurring advisories persist regarding the nearside front tyre sidewall, indicating an ongoing issue rather than a one-off event. The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the persistent tyre degradation warrants close physical inspection. Accumulating 24,132 miles over four years equates to roughly 6,033 miles annually, a typical usage pattern for a hybrid of this age. The MOT records show a steady progression from 21,732 miles in February 2025 to 24,132 miles in February 2026, adding 2,400 miles over that twelve-month period. This consistent accumulation suggests regular use rather than prolonged standing, which is generally favourable for hybrid battery health and preventing brake corrosion from extended disuse. A buyer must thoroughly inspect the nearside front tyre in person. The tester flagged sidewall cracking and a tread cut in February 2025 at 21,732 miles, and the exact same advisory reappeared in February 2026 at 24,132 miles. This recurrence suggests either slow structural degradation, an unrepaired puncture, or a replacement tyre of poor quality. Check the offside rear tyre condition as well, given the nail and perishing noted previously. The repeated advisories for binding rear service brakes, noted as a slight bind on both the nearside and offside in February 2025, indicate potential caliper sticking or handbrake mechanism issues. While the vehicle passed the subsequent test, a physical inspection of the rear brake discs for uneven wear and the caliper slides for free movement is essential to rule out a worsening mechanical fault.