2020 KIA Niro 1.6L Hybrid electric · AE70 WKX

The Kia Niro presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, with its most recent MOT on 30 August 2025 at 65,947 miles passing cleanly with zero defects. This marks a notable step forward from the 2023 test, where the tester flagged multiple tyre and windscreen issues. The absence of advisories in both the 2024 and 2025 tests suggests the previous owner addressed those defects promptly and has kept the car in solid mechanical order since. The mileage accumulation is consistent and predictable. From 48,493 miles in August 2023 to 58,031 miles in August 2024, the car covered 9,538 miles in twelve months. That figure rose to 7,916 miles over the following year, ending at 65,947 miles in August 2025. Annual totals hovering between roughly 8,000 and 11,000 miles are typical for a family crossover of this age and indicate regular use rather than prolonged standing or extreme mileage. No suspicious gaps or sudden jumps appear in the record. The 2023 test is the only entry revealing wear beyond routine consumption. Edge wear on both front tyres and stepped, cracked outer sidewalls on the rear tyres point to possible misalignment, underinflation, or ageing rubber. A stone chip in the front screen was also recorded. All three items were resolved before the 2024 test, but a buyer should still inspect the current tyre condition carefully. Uneven tread patterns, sidewall cracking, or a chip that has begun to spread across the screen would indicate deferred maintenance. Beyond the flagged items, the clean recent record gives no cause for concern regarding brakes, suspension, exhaust, or structural integrity. A test drive and underbody inspection remain worthwhile, particularly around suspension bushes, coil springs, and any signs of corrosion on the subframe or inner arches, as these are common deterioration points on hybrids of this age. The overall picture, however, is one of a well-maintained vehicle with no recurring mechanical faults.