2020 KIA Niro 4 EV Electricity · LC70 VNE

The 2020 KIA NIRO 4 EV presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 24 November 2025 at 149,290 miles with zero defects recorded. This is a marked improvement over the preceding two years, where tyre-related advisories appeared consistently. The most recent test confirms the vehicle currently meets all roadworthiness standards, and the absence of any new or recurring faults suggests the previous tyre wear issues have been addressed. The mileage accumulation is notably high for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 24,882 miles per year. The record shows a particularly steep climb between November 2023 at 107,882 miles and November 2024 at 136,738 miles, representing nearly 29,000 miles in a single year. This intensive usage pattern places accelerated stress on consumable components, particularly tyres, brake discs, and suspension bushes. The gap between the May 2024 test at 124,455 miles and the November 2024 test at 136,738 miles confirms sustained high-mileage driving throughout that year. The recurring advisories centre on tyre condition rather than structural or mechanical failure. The tester flagged a nail in the offside rear tyre on both 12 November 2024 and 28 November 2024, suggesting the puncture may have been slow or the repair was delayed. The nearside front tyre wear to the legal limit on both November 2024 dates points to a persistent alignment or suspension geometry issue, or simply aggressive front-axle wear from high-mileage driving. The offside rear tyre advisory in November 2023 further reinforces a pattern of uneven or accelerated tyre degradation across multiple axles. A prospective buyer should inspect the front suspension geometry and wheel alignment carefully, as the repeated nearside front tyre wear suggests a tracking or camber issue may persist. The brake discs and pads warrant close examination given the mileage intensity, along with the condition of all suspension bushes and coil springs, which endure greater fatigue under sustained high-mileage use. The windscreen damage noted in November 2023 at 107,882 miles appears to have been resolved, but the chip or crack should still be visually confirmed. Overall, the record reflects a well-maintained electric vehicle with no serious structural or mechanical defects, though the tyre wear pattern demands attention to prevent premature replacement and ensure even grip across all four wheels.