2022 KIA Niro 2 EV Electricity · PK22 WRN

The 2022 Kia Niro 2 EV presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, with its most recent MOT on 1 November 2025 at 17,366 miles returning a completely clean pass with zero defects. The previous test on 29 April 2025 at 16,609 miles had flagged a cut in the nearside rear tyre, but that advisory has since been resolved, suggesting the owner addressed the issue promptly. No recurring faults, corrosion advisories, or mechanical defects appear across the two recorded tests, which is a positive indicator of responsible ownership. The mileage profile is notably low for a vehicle approaching four years of age. Between the April 2025 test at 16,609 miles and the November 2025 test at 17,366 miles, only 757 miles were covered in just over six months. Annualised at roughly 4,342 miles per year, this is well below the UK average of around 7,000 to 8,000 miles annually. Such low usage raises the possibility of extended periods standing still, which can lead to flat-spotted tyres, brake disc surface corrosion, and dried-out rubber seals. The sparse MOT record, with only two entries for a 2022 vehicle, limits the depth of historical analysis, but both entries are recent and show no deterioration. A buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection focused on areas that low-mileage electric vehicles commonly suffer from. Check the tyre sidewalls for perishing and the tread for uneven wear, given the earlier advisory on the nearside rear. Inspect the brake discs and pads for surface corrosion, as EVs rely heavily on regenerative braking, which can cause the friction brakes to see minimal use and develop standing corrosion. Examine the suspension bushes, coil springs, and dampers for any signs of deterioration from prolonged static loading rather than wear from use. Verify the condition of the high-voltage battery casing and charge port, and ensure the regenerative braking system operates smoothly through a test drive. The clean MOT record is encouraging, but low-mileage EVs demand a different inspection lens than their higher-mileage counterparts.