HYUNDAI KONA (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 10,473 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
93%
Total Tests (2024)
10,473
Avg Mileage
30,645 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£945
Is the 2021 HYUNDAI KONA reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the HYUNDAI brand average of 83%.
At 3 years old, 93% of HYUNDAI KONAs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 10,473 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 30,645 miles.
How does the 2021 HYUNDAI KONA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 HYUNDAI KONA has 30,645 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
Best year to buy a HYUNDAI KONA?
The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2017 model has the lowest at 91%. The 2021 sits between the two at 93%.
How much does a 2021 HYUNDAI KONA cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
HYUNDAI KONA by Year
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About the 2021 HYUNDAI KONA
The 2021 HYUNDAI KONA is a electric with a 0cc electric engine. 10,473 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 30,645 miles at 3 years old, HYUNDAI KONA owners cover more miles than the average driver.
What does it cost to own a 2021 HYUNDAI KONA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £945 (£79/month), broken down as £500 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
HYUNDAI KONA Reliability Trend
The HYUNDAI KONA has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2021 HYUNDAI KONA
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 96%. With 10,473 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2021 HYUNDAI KONA
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable electric cars with similar engines:
- TESLA MODEL 3 LONG RANGE AWD (2021) 88% pass rate (-5%) from 39,444 tests
- JAGUAR I-PACE (2020) 96% pass rate (+3%) from 18,488 tests
- TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE + (2021) 88% pass rate (-5%) from 15,258 tests
- TESLA MODEL 3 PERFORMANCE AWD (2020) 87% pass rate (-6%) from 12,320 tests