2020 Hyundai Kona Premium GDI HEV S-A 1.6L Hybrid electric · SY20 TXB

The vehicle presents a stable and improving mechanical picture as of its most recent MOT on 14 April 2026, where it passed cleanly at 35,947 miles with zero defects recorded. That is a marked improvement over the preceding two tests, both of which flagged binding brakes. The trend is clearly resolving rather than worsening. The 2025 test on 28 April at 30,521 miles recorded a slightly binding offside front brake, while the 26 April 2024 test at 26,372 miles flagged binding on both the nearside and offside rear service brakes, albeit not excessively. The absence of any defects in the latest test suggests the binding issues were addressed and have not recurred. Mileage accumulation is low for a 2020 vehicle, averaging roughly 5,991 miles per year over six years. The intervals between tests are consistent, with each MOT falling close to the annual cycle, and the mileage jumps between tests are steady at approximately 4,000 to 5,400 miles per year. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes that would suggest long periods of disuse or odometer anomalies. The record is clean and well-documented across four consecutive annual tests. Despite the clean recent result, a buyer should still inspect the braking system closely on a test drive and during a pre-purchase inspection. Repeated binding across both rear calipers and one front caliper over two consecutive tests points to a history of caliper seizure or sticking slider pins. A thorough check of the rear calipers, brake hoses for internal collapse, and handbrake mechanism linkage is advisable. The discs and pads should be examined for uneven wear or heat scoring consistent with a dragging brake. Given the low mileage, also inspect tyre sidewalls for perishing and suspension bushes for deterioration, as infrequent use and long stationary periods can cause rubber components to degrade independently of mileage.