2020 KIA Niro 4 EV Electricity · ML70 ATN

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass on 18 March 2026 at 138,282 miles which returned zero defects. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has passed its last three consecutive tests without any recorded failures or carryover advisories. This suggests that despite the high usage, the primary mechanical and safety components inspected by the tester are currently operating within acceptable tolerance parameters. The mileage profile is exceptionally high for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 23,000 miles per year. Between the August 2023 test at 72,636 miles and the September 2024 test at 99,497 miles, the car covered 26,861 miles in just thirteen months. This indicates consistent, high-intensity usage, likely motorway driving, which often results in less wear-and-tear on the gearbox compared to short city trips, but puts significant strain on the suspension bushings, tyres, and battery cooling systems. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front-end suspension and alignment. The September 2024 advisory regarding a nearside front inner tyre worn close to the limit suggests a potential alignment issue or worn suspension components that were not subsequently flagged. Given the rapid mileage, a thorough check of control arm bushes, drop links, and shock absorbers is essential to ensure no structural fatigue is developing. Additionally, verify the brake discs for thinning or uneven wear, as the high annual mileage accelerates the depletion of these consumables.