2021 KIA Niro 4 + EV Electric · SA66 YRR

The most recent DVSA roadworthiness test on this 2021 Kia Niro 4+ EV was conducted on 14 April 2026 and resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that on the day of examination the vehicle met all statutory safety and emissions criteria. Reviewing the broader test history, the car has produced four consecutive passes dating back to April 2024, with only a single advisory noted across the entire record. There is no evidence of recurring or escalating defects, retests following failures, or items of concern that have been left unaddressed from one test to the next. The maintenance trend therefore reads as stable and consistent, with the absence of advisories on the latest certificate being a particularly reassuring indicator given the vehicle's age and accumulated mileage. With recorded mileage of 97,228 miles over a five year life, this Niro has been driven at an average annual rate of approximately 19,446 miles, which is notably higher than the typical UK average of 7,000 to 10,000 miles per year. There are no significant gaps in the test history, and the relatively close spacing of the 2025 tests suggests the vehicle has been in regular, consistent use rather than left standing for prolonged periods. High annual mileage of this nature places proportionally greater wear on consumable items such as tyres, brake discs and pads, suspension bushes and coil springs, and for the EV powertrain, the high-voltage battery cycle count. Prospective buyers should therefore weigh the predictable servicing costs of a heavily used car against the benefit of a well-exercised drivetrain and battery that has not been left to degrade through inactivity. Although the MOT record itself is commendably clean, the combination of high mileage and a five year service life means a thorough physical inspection remains essential. Brake discs should be checked for wear lipping and any signs of binding calipers, as the EV's regenerative braking can lead to rear caliper seizure if the vehicle is predominantly driven in low-resistance modes. Tyres warrant particular attention; even if the tread depth is legal, five year old rubber should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, especially given that age related deterioration can compromise integrity well before tread wear limits are reached. The 12 volt auxiliary battery, which manages ancillary systems in an EV, should be tested for state of health, as this is a common failure point on vehicles of this age. All fluid services, including brake fluid (typically due every two years due to its hygroscopic nature), coolant, and any gearbox or reduction unit oil as specified by Kia, should be verified by service history and considered for renewal if there is documentary doubt. On a test drive, listen carefully for any suspension clonks or knocks over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which could indicate worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or top mount bearings given the high mileage. Any pulling under braking, vibration through the steering wheel, or uneven tyre wear across an axle would warrant further investigation into brake disc condition, tracking, or suspension geometry. As this is an EV, particular attention should be paid to the high-voltage battery state of health and any warning messages on the dashboard, as well as verifying the operation of the charging port and cable. The single advisory recorded in October 2024 concerning a slightly distorted nearside front road wheel should be confirmed as having been addressed, as an uncorrected distorted wheel can cause persistent vibration and uneven tyre wear. Overall, the DVSA record presents a well maintained vehicle, but the buyer should satisfy themselves with a pre-purchase inspection from a Kia franchised dealer or EV specialist to confirm the condition of the high-voltage battery, suspension components, and braking system commensurate with the high annual usage.