Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Hyundai Kona N Line T Gdi MHEV?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2022 Hyundai Kona N Line T Gdi MHEV?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2022 Hyundai Kona N Line T Gdi MHEV?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2022 Hyundai Kona N Line T Gdi MHEV reliable?

Based on MOT data from 854 vehicles, the 2022 Hyundai Kona N Line T Gdi MHEV has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Hyundai Kona N Line T Gdi MHEV?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Hyundai Kona N Line T Gdi MHEV (2022)

854 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.2% first-time pass rate

2022 Hyundai Kona N Line T Gdi MHEV

CarHunch analysed 854 real MOT records for the 2022 Hyundai Kona N Line T Gdi MHEV. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 Hyundai Kona N Line T-GDI MHEV is significantly more reliable than the UK average, with a 92.1% first-time pass rate against the 80% national benchmark. Only 4.5% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low and suggests this model has genuine build quality.

At just 22,219 miles median and averaging only 0.13 failures per vehicle, these cars are running trouble-free in their early life. The 0.8 advisories per vehicle (mainly minor wear items) indicates normal running costs ahead, so check brake pads and general wear during any pre-purchase inspection.

The 2022 Hyundai Kona N Line T Gdi MHEV passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (94.2% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

94.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.13

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

22k

Middle half: 16k–31k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 94.2% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 854 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 854 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (100%)	850	94.2%	0.13

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,852 Hyundai Kona N Line T Gdi MHEV vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 22.7%

420

Grey 22.3%

413

White 18.7%

346

Blue 18.7%

346

Black 17.7%

327

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Hyundai Kona N Line T Gdi MHEV vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

22,219

typical

15,743

low mileage

31,087

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Hyundai Kona N Line T Gdi MHEV vehicles fall between 15,743 and 31,087 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 15,743 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 15,743–31,087 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Hyundai Kona N Line T Gdi MHEVs sit.

⚠ Over 41,967 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.13

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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