2020 KIA Niro 4 EV Electricity · DD02 ARM

The 2026-01-06 MOT at 15,832 miles passed with no defects, confirming that the Kia Niro 4 EV remains roadworthy and that the maintenance record shows a stable trend across all previous tests. Mileage has risen from 8,944 miles in the February 2023 test to 15,832 miles in the January 2026 test, an increase of 6,888 miles over three years, or roughly 2,296 miles per year, which remains modest for a six‑year‑old vehicle. No testing gaps are evident, as each annual test covers the next mileage increment. The 2025 test flagged perishing outer‑edge cracking on all four tyres, and the 2024 test recorded a cracked near‑side rear tyre, indicating that tyre wear has been a recurring issue rather than a one‑off event. A buyer should examine the suspension bushes, coil springs and steering linkage for signs of uneven wear or binding, inspect the brake discs and calipers for binding or excessive wear, and look for structural rust around the wheel arches and chassis. The electric motor and battery connections should also be checked for leaks or abnormal noises, although the MOT did not record any faults. Overall the vehicle shows a consistent, defect‑free MOT history with low mileage, but the repeated tyre perishing points to possible neglect of routine maintenance; a prospective buyer should verify tyre condition, suspension and brake integrity, and assess any hidden corrosion before finalising the purchase.