2022 KIA Niro 1.6L Hybrid electric · KP22 NNR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recurring issue with tyre alignment. In the most recent test on March 2026 at 33,887 miles, the nearside front tyre was noted as being worn close to the legal limit and specifically on the inner edge. This mirrors the findings from the March 2025 test where the offside front tyre exhibited similar inner wear. The persistence of this fault indicates a consistent mechanical misalignment that has not been rectified by previous owners. The mileage pattern is consistent with a four-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per annum. Between the March 2025 and March 2026 tests, the car covered 8,974 miles, which represents a stable usage profile relative to the national average. This suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to extreme mileage stress, though the low mileage does not exempt it from the🇯 patterns observed in the front suspension and steering geometry. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the front suspension components to identify the cause of the uneven tyre wear. The inner wear on both sides often points to incorrect camber or toe settings, worn suspension bushes, or faulty control arm joints. Given the recurring nature of this advisory, a professional alignment check and a thorough examination of the steering rack are necessary to prevent premature replacement of new tyres.