Hyundai Kona Ultimate T Gdi MHEV (2021)
2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate T Gdi MHEV
CarHunch analysed 293 real MOT records for the 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate T Gdi MHEV. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2021 Kona is a genuinely reliable proposition, with a 92% first-time pass rate that comfortably beats the UK average of 80%—and the hybrid powertrain shows no signs of weakness. Only 6.1% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low and suggests buyers won't face unexpected safety issues down the line.
At just 22,642 miles average, these cars are still running in early life with minimal wear, and the figures back that up: 0.24 failures per vehicle is excellent, with advisories averaging only 1.3 per test. If you're looking at one of these, a pre-purchase inspection focusing on the hybrid battery and transmission health is worthwhile, but the overall track record strongly favours this model.
What to check before buying a 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate T Gdi MHEV
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (99%) | 289 | 92% | 0.24 |
| Petrol (1%) | 3 | 88.9% | 0.33 |
| Electric (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate T Gdi MHEV vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2021 Hyundai Kona Ultimate T Gdi MHEV vehicles fall between 15,330 and 28,824 miles.
MOT History Averages
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