Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Hyundai Kona SE Connect 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 2021 Hyundai Kona SE Connect 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 2021 Hyundai Kona SE Connect 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 2021 Hyundai Kona SE Connect T Gdi MHEV reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,101 vehicles, the 2021 Hyundai Kona SE Connect T Gdi MHEV has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.6%, 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 2021 Hyundai Kona SE Connect 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 SE Connect T Gdi MHEV (2021)

1,101 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.6% first-time pass rate

2021 Hyundai Kona SE Connect T Gdi MHEV

CarHunch analysed 1,101 real MOT records for the 2021 Hyundai Kona SE Connect 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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This 2021 Kona hybrid is a genuinely reliable proposition, with a first-time pass rate of 89.9% that sits well above the UK average of 80%—fewer visits to the garage than most cars its age. Only 6.7% have ever shown a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low and suggests the hybrid powertrain is holding up well across the board.

At 26,144 miles median mileage, these are lightly used examples, so you're looking at vehicles that have been treated gently overall. The average car has racked up just 0.27 failures and 1.7 advisories per test, pointing to minor wear items rather than serious mechanical issues—when you're shopping, ask for full service history to confirm that gentle ownership pattern has been backed by regular maintenance.

The 2021 Hyundai Kona SE Connect T Gdi MHEV passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (91.6% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

91.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

6.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.27

Over 2.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

26k

Middle half: 18k–39k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 91.6% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 1.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,101 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 1,101 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 6.7% 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) (96%)	1,056	91.2%	0.28

Colour Breakdown

Based on 3,056 Hyundai Kona SE Connect T Gdi MHEV vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 27.6%

843

Red 20.6%

629

Black 20%

612

Blue 15.3%

468

White 15.1%

462

Green 1.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Hyundai Kona SE Connect 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.

26,144

typical

17,893

low mileage

38,941

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Hyundai Kona SE Connect T Gdi MHEV vehicles fall between 17,893 and 38,941 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 17,893 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.

✓ 17,893–38,941 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Hyundai Kona SE Connect T Gdi MHEVs sit.

⚠ Over 52,570 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

2.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.27

Avg failures per vehicle

1.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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