2021 KIA Niro 3 EV Electricity · FD70 CZY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 20 January 2026 at 77,783 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the immediate failure just one mile prior to that pass indicates a lapse in preventative consumable inspections. The tester originally failed the vehicle for exposed cords on both the nearside and offside front tyres, but the subsequent pass suggests the owner addressed these safety-critical issues immediately before re-testing. The mileage accumulation is significant for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 15,500 miles per year. Between the January 2024 test at 37,807 miles and the January 2025 test at 57,478 miles, the car covered over 20,000 miles in a single year. This high rate of use suggests consistent operation, likely involving long-distance motorway driving. This level of mileage puts accelerated stress on suspension components, bushings, and braking systems compared to average private use. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension and wheel alignment to determine the cause of the recent tyre failure. The exposed cords on the inside edges of both front tyres often indicate incorrect alignment or worn suspension geometry rather than simple uneven wear. Given the high mileage, a thorough check for play in the control arm bushings and worn ball joints is also essential. While the MOT history shows no structural or mechanical defects to date, the rapid mileage justifies a rigorous evaluation of the brake pad thickness and the condition of the EV cooling system.