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Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV reliable? We analysed 5,747 real MOT tests across 2,951 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 5,747 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.2%
Typical Mileage
24,427mi
Annual Mileage
6,359mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV.

Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.1%
2023
90.1%
2022
90.1%
2021

Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 84
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12

Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,319 mi/yr
Typical
6,359 mi/yr
Average
7,193 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,013 mi/yr

Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 305 91.1% 13,535 20,607 28,848
2022 1,863 90.1% 14,246 21,215 29,567
2021 3,319 90.1% 18,433 26,421 37,290

How Long Does a Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV Last?

Based on 2,951 Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.9 years
Median
3.0 years

Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
24,427 mi
75th Percentile
34,592 mi
95th Percentile
51,283 mi
Max Recorded
131,489 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2023

91.1% MOT pass rate from 305 tests

Year to avoid
2021

90.1% MOT pass rate from 3,319 tests

The best year to buy a used Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.1% across 305 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV THIS CAR 90.2% 5,747 24,427 mi — yrs
Hyundai I10 80.4% 2,829,935 35,978 mi 18 yrs
Hyundai I20 80.2% 1,488,641 45,118 mi 17 yrs
Hyundai I30 76.5% 1,479,391 57,858 mi 19 yrs
Land Rover Discovery Hse SD4 Auto 87.5% 2,743 43,256 mi — yrs

Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV?

The Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.2% across 5,747 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV owner drives around 6,359 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV reliable?
Based on 5,747 MOT tests, the Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV has a 90.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV do per year?
The typical Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV does around 6,359 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Hyundai Kona Premium T-gdi MHEV is 2023 with a 91.1% pass rate across 305 tests.