HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDI (2019)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 2,049 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests (2024)
2,049
Avg Mileage
31,681 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2019 HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDI reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the HYUNDAI brand average of 83%.
At 5 years old, 92% of HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDIs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 2,049 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 31,681 miles.
How does the 2019 HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDI compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2019 HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDI has 31,681 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDI?
The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 91%. The 2019 sits between the two at 92%.
How much does a 2019 HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDI 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 PLAY T-GDI by Year
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About the 2019 HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDI
The 2019 HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDI is a city car with a 998cc petrol engine. 2,049 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 31,681 miles at 5 years old, HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDI owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2019 HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDI Fuel Costs
The modest 998cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2019 HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDI?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDI Reliability Trend
The HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDI has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2019 HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDI
At 5 years old, the HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDI offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 94%.
Alternatives to the 2019 HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDI
The HYUNDAI KONA PLAY T-GDI is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2018) 90% pass rate (-2%) from 157,746 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-6%) from 100,176 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2017) 82% pass rate (-10%) from 90,285 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (same) from 89,653 tests