2023 Hyundai Kona Premium GDI HEV S-A 1.6L Hybrid electric · WF23 UUB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a passing MOT on March 24, 2026, but the maintenance trend shows a recent lapse in preventative care. While the car passed the test, the immediate failure at 25,270 miles reveals critical neglect regarding tyre condition. The transition from a multiple-fault failure to a pass suggests the owner ignored basic consumable upkeep until forced to act by the MOT testing process. At 25,269 miles over three years, the Kona has averaged approximately 8,400 miles per year. This mileage profile is consistent with typical usage for a modern hybrid vehicle and suggests the car has not been subjected to excessive mechanical stress on the drivetrain or suspension system. The narrow gap between the failure and the pass mileage—just one mile—indicates that the identified faults were rectified immediately upon the initial failure rather than being a long-term mechanical issue. A buyer must physically inspect the nearside front inner road wheel which was flagged as slightly distorted during the March 2026 test. Such distortion often results from significant impact or kerbing, which can compromise wheel alignment and cause damage to suspension components. Furthermore, the failure of three separate tyres for exposed cords and sidewall cuts indicates a history of poor tyre management or rough driving. You should verify that the replacement tyres are of adequate quality and check that the distorted wheel has not caused uneven tyre wear or damaged the steering and control arms.