2019 NIU NGT Electricity · GK69 VAF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning decline in basic upkeep. While it passed its latest MOT on 15 January 2025 at 18,476 miles, this followed a failure on the same day for multiple critical safety defects. The transition from a clean record in 2024 to multiple failures in 2025 indicates a sudden neglect of routine consumable maintenance by the most recent owner. The mileage profile is low for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,640 miles per year. The data shows consistent but minimal usage, with 3,593 miles covered between January 2023 and 2024, and another 2,943 miles covered between January 2024 and January 2025. However, the low mileage does not explain the severe wear of tyres and brakes. Low mileage can sometimes lead to flat-spotted tyres or seized brake components, which may correlate with the issues seen in the recent test. A buyer must inspect the front shock absorber, as the tester flagged a reduced damping effect during the January 2025 test. This component requires replacement to ensure vehicle stability and handling. Furthermore, the braking system needs a thorough check because the rear pads were previously found at below the 1.0mm legal limit. The failure of both front and rear tyres for being below the minimum tread depth suggests the previous owner ignored wear indicators until the MOT test occurred, necessitating a full inspection of the remaining tyre life for uneven wear or age.