2021 KIA Niro 4 + EV Electric · NJ71 LNO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to upkeep. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 23,734 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure just one day prior at 23,685 miles. The trend shows a sudden resolution of immediate safety-critical items, suggesting that the owner only addressed mechanical defects once they threatened the MOT test result. At 23,734 miles over five years, the car has covered a low average of approximately 4,747 miles per year. Between the August 2024 test at 14,907 miles and the September 2025 test, the vehicle clocked 8,827 miles in thirteen months. This low mileage generally suggests less wear on the electric drivetrain and suspension components, though the low frequency of use can sometimes lead to issues like flat-spotting on tyres or corrosion on brake discs if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods between journeys. A buyer must inspect the front tyres closely, as the September 2025 failure flagged an offside tyre with exposed cords and a nearside tyre worn to the legal limit. These faults indicate either poor alignment or significant neglect of basic consumable maintenance. The defective rear wiper blade is a minor item, but it reinforces the pattern of skipping pre-test inspections. Since there are no recorded issues with structural corrosion, brake binding, or suspension, the focus should remain on verifying the condition of the tyres and ensuring the low-mileage usage has not caused hidden degradation in rubber components or fluid systems.