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

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Is the Hyundai Kona SE Connect T-gdi MHEV reliable? We analysed 5,266 real MOT tests across 2,735 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 5,266 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.1%
Typical Mileage
25,402mi
Annual Mileage
6,014mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Hyundai Kona SE Connect 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 SE Connect T-gdi MHEV.

Hyundai Kona SE Connect T-gdi MHEV Number Plates

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

Hyundai Kona SE Connect T-gdi MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

87.3%
2023
87.9%
2022
88%
2021

Hyundai Kona SE Connect T-gdi MHEV Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Hyundai Kona SE Connect 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 83

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

How many miles does a typical Hyundai Kona SE Connect 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
3,979 mi/yr
Typical
6,014 mi/yr
Average
7,147 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,997 mi/yr

Hyundai Kona SE Connect 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 SE Connect T-gdi MHEV year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 542 87.3% 15,410 21,852 30,228
2022 1,659 87.9% 14,841 22,482 34,136
2021 2,811 88.0% 18,301 28,146 40,535

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

Based on 2,735 Hyundai Kona SE Connect T-gdi MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.9 years
Median
3.0 years

Hyundai Kona SE Connect T-gdi MHEV Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Kona SE Connect 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
25,402 mi
75th Percentile
37,844 mi
95th Percentile
54,640 mi
Max Recorded
173,332 mi

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

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

Best year
2021

88.0% MOT pass rate from 2,811 tests

Year to avoid
2023

87.3% MOT pass rate from 542 tests

The best year to buy a used Hyundai Kona SE Connect T-gdi MHEV is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.0% across 2,811 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.3% — 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 SE Connect 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 SE Connect T-gdi MHEV THIS CAR 88.1% 5,266 25,402 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
Suzuki Splash SZ2 88.4% 2,095 45,752 mi — yrs

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

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

The Hyundai Kona SE Connect T-gdi MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.1% across 5,266 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 SE Connect 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 SE Connect T-gdi MHEV owner drives around 6,014 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 SE Connect T-gdi MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai Kona SE Connect T-gdi MHEV reliable?
Based on 5,266 MOT tests, the Hyundai Kona SE Connect T-gdi MHEV has a 88.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai Kona SE Connect T-gdi MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Hyundai Kona SE Connect T-gdi MHEV do per year?
The typical Hyundai Kona SE Connect T-gdi MHEV does around 6,014 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai Kona SE Connect T-gdi MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai Kona SE Connect 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 SE Connect T-gdi MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Hyundai Kona SE Connect T-gdi MHEV is 2021 with a 88.0% pass rate across 2,811 tests.