2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate EV Electric · WN22 EXV

A largely clean MOT record defines this Hyundai Ioniq 5, with three tests documented across 2025 and 2026 and only one isolated failure recorded. That single failure on 5 June 2025 was limited to both front windscreen wiper blades failing to clear the screen effectively, which is a common wear item rather than a structural or mechanical concern. The test was immediately re-taken the same day and the vehicle passed with no defects recorded, suggesting the previous advisories were simply rectified between tests. Since that event, the most recent assessment on 5 June 2026 returned a pass with no advisories or defects, indicating no new mechanical issues have been flagged by the examiner. The overall roadworthiness picture presented by the DVSA history is therefore relatively straightforward and unencumbered by repeat concerns. At 68,095 miles over approximately four years of life, this Ioniq 5 has accumulated mileage at around 17,000 miles per year, which sits clearly above the average for an EV of its age. While electric drivetrains experience less mechanical wear than combustion equivalents due to fewer moving parts, the chassis components still bear the full effect of this usage. Braking surfaces, suspension bushes, coil springs, wheel bearings, steering linkages and tyres will all have been worked proportionally harder than on a lower-mileage example. The continuous annual testing pattern suggests the vehicle has been in regular service rather than laid up for extended periods, which is generally favourable for component longevity and avoids the risks associated with stationary high-voltage systems, seized calipers and perished rubber seals. Given the high annual mileage and the EV-specific architecture, particular attention should be paid to the rolling and braking components during any physical inspection. Even though the MOT record is clean on these points, request a close look at brake disc condition, as EVs that rely heavily on regenerative braking can suffer from disc corrosion due to infrequent caliper actuation, producing judder under foot or noise on initial application. Inspect the tyres for uneven shoulder wear, which would point to alignment or suspension geometry concerns, and check all four corners for any signs of tracking deviation. On a test drive, listen for knocks or clonks from the front and rear suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, particularly from the anti-roll bar bushes and lower control arms, and feel for any vagueness or vibration through the steering wheel that might indicate worn drop links or top mount bearings. Pay attention to any pulling to one side under braking, which could reveal a binding piston or uneven pad transfer. For the high-voltage system itself, although MOT testing does not evaluate battery health, the buyer should independently confirm the state of charge capacity and request any available battery health report from a Hyundai dealer or specialist diagnostic tool, as this is the single most valuable mechanical asset on the vehicle. Inspect the charging port and under-bonnet ancillaries for any signs of water ingress or corrosion around the orange high-voltage connectors. Listen during the test drive for any unusual whine from the electric motors under load, which can indicate bearing wear in the reduction gearbox, and confirm that the regenerative braking modes and one-pedal driving functions operate as expected. Finally, verify that the heat pump or HVAC system performs correctly, as replacement units on EVs of this age can be costly, and ensure all driver assistance and infotainment features, including the camera array, function without warning messages on the dashboard.