2018 Hyundai Kona 1.0L Petrol · WM67 XBX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a transition from clean records to emerging structural wear. The most recent test in June 2025 at 60,964 miles identified the first mechanical defects, flagging worn nearside and offside rear sub-frame pins or bushes. While these did not result in a failure due to insufficient movement, they indicate the beginning of component degradation in the chassis assembly that was not present in previous annual inspections. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,600 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between January 2023 (44,655 miles) and July 2024 (55,923 miles), where the car covered over 11,000 miles in sixteen months. Since then, usage has slowed significantly to roughly 5,000 miles per year. This low annual mileage suggests light use, which generally reduces the strain on the drivetrain and suspension components. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the rear sub-frame to assess the extent of the corrosion or bushing wear noted in 2025. The 2024 record at 52,059 miles highlighted thin brake pads across all four wheels, indicating a full service was likely performed shortly thereafter. You must verify that the current brake discs and pads have adequate life remaining. Given the sub-frame advisory, checking for structural integrity around the mounting points is essential to ensure the chassis has not been compromised beyond the reported level.