2020 KIA Niro 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · MF20 RXY

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate following a successful retest on 9 March 2026 at 62,046 miles. The maintenance trend shows a pattern of intermittent mechanical failures that have required corrective action to achieve compliance. While the most recent test resulted in a pass with no defects, the previous two annual inspections both involved failures. This suggests that while the vehicle is currently roadworthy, it has experienced recurring issues with consumable components and visibility obstructions that necessitated repairs. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with typical UK usage for a vehicle of this age. The car travelled 12,289 miles between March 2024 and March 2025, and a further 10,625 miles between March 2025 and March 2026. This steady progression of roughly 10,000 to 12,000 miles per year indicates regular use rather than long periods of inactivity. The data provides a reliable chronological trail of the vehicle's operational life. A prospective buyer should focus on the rear suspension and braking systems during a physical inspection. The March 2026 failure identified an excessively worn offside rear suspension arm pin or bush, and the March 2025 failure noted a worn, pitted, or scored rear brake disc alongside a 34% brake imbalance across the axle. Although these issues were rectified to pass the subsequent tests, the recurrence of different faults in the same areas suggests the rear assembly should be closely examined for any remaining play or uneven wear. The windscreen swept area has also been flagged as an obstruction in two consecutive years, specifically in March 2025 and March 2026. While this is often a minor issue related to wiper blade performance or glass contamination, it indicates a lack of attention to basic visibility maintenance. Checking the condition of the wiper blades and the glass surface will ensure no further obstruction issues persist.