Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate Gdi HEV S A?

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 Gdi HEV S A?

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 Gdi HEV S A?

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 Gdi HEV S A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,705 vehicles, the 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate Gdi HEV S A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.7%, 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 Gdi HEV S A?

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 Gdi HEV S A (2021)

1,705 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.7% first-time pass rate

2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate Gdi HEV S A

CarHunch analysed 1,705 real MOT records for the 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate Gdi HEV S A. 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 Hyundai Kona hybrid is considerably more reliable than the typical UK car, with an 88.7% first-time pass rate well above the 80% average, and only 9.3% of vehicles ever flagged with a dangerous defect—a reassuringly low figure for a buyer's safety concerns. The hybrid powertrain appears well-engineered, with nearly identical pass rates across the cohort suggesting the electric element hasn't introduced unexpected weaknesses.

At 25,093 miles average, these cars are running light for their age, which partly explains the strong results, but the real telling stat is just 0.33 failures per vehicle on average—most owners are seeing minor wear items rather than structural problems. Check the service history carefully when buying, focus on any advisory items around brakes and suspension (common on hybrids), and you'll likely have a dependable family car.

The 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate Gdi HEV S A passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (89.7% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 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

89.7%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

9.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.33

Over 2.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

23k

Middle half: 16k–32k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 89.7% 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 1,705 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 1,705 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 9.3% 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%)	1,704	89.7%	0.33

Colour Breakdown

Based on 3,994 Hyundai Kona Ultimate Gdi HEV S A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 31.6%

1,261

Black 19.9%

795

Red 17.5%

697

Blue 15.3%

613

White 13%

518

Green 2.8%

110

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate Gdi HEV S A 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.

22,699

typical

16,196

low mileage

32,100

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate Gdi HEV S A vehicles fall between 16,196 and 32,100 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 16,196 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.

✓ 16,196–32,100 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate Gdi HEV S As sit.

⚠ Over 43,335 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

0.33

Avg failures per vehicle

1.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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