Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate EV?

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 Ultimate EV?

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 Ultimate EV?

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 Ultimate EV reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,619 vehicles, the 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate EV has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.1%, 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 Ultimate EV?

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 Ultimate EV (2021)

1,619 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.1% first-time pass rate

2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate EV

CarHunch analysed 1,619 real MOT records for the 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate EV. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate EV is a strong performer, with a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.7% well above the UK average of 80%, and only 6.4% of vehicles ever developing dangerous defects—a reassuringly low figure for a used electric car. Electric powertrains have fewer moving parts to fail, and this cohort bears that out: the average vehicle accumulates just 0.26 failures per test.

At a median mileage of 29,391 miles for a three-year-old car, these Konas are running well within typical wear expectations, which explains why advisories average just 1.3 per vehicle—mostly minor wear items rather than serious concerns. If you're shopping used, prioritise checking the battery health and thermal management system through the dealer history, as electrics are otherwise proving bulletproof in this sample.

The 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate EV passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (92.1% 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

92.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

6.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.26

Over 2.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

29k

Middle half: 21k–41k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 92.1% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔍 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 1,619 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 1,619 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 6.4% 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
Electric (100%)	1,618	92%	0.26

Colour Breakdown

Based on 9,408 Hyundai Kona Ultimate EV vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 26%

2,449

Blue 21.1%

1,989

Black 18%

1,694

Red 13.4%

1,259

White 12.9%

1,217

Green 3.7%

348

Silver 3.3%

310

Orange 1.5%

142

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate EV 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.

29,391

typical

20,577

low mileage

40,562

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate EV vehicles fall between 20,577 and 40,562 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 20,577 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.

✓ 20,577–40,562 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate EVs sit.

⚠ Over 54,758 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

2.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.26

Avg failures per vehicle

1.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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