2022 KIA Niro 1.6L Hybrid electric · RO22 WCG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in attention to detail. While the car achieved a clean pass in May 2025, the most recent test on May 18, 2026, revealed specific defects that require immediate attention. The tester flagged front tyres worn close to the legal limit with uneven wear on the inner edges, indicating a potential mechanical alignment issue that was not present during the previous year. The mileage pattern is notably low for a four-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,840 miles per year. Between the May 2025 test at 18,566 miles and the May 2026 test at 23,360 miles, the car covered 4,794 miles. This low usage suggests minimal wear on drivetrain components, though such low mileage can sometimes lead to flat-spotting tyres or corrosion on brake discs if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and steering geometry. The inner-edge wear on the front tyres typically points to incorrect camber settings, worn suspension bushes, or faulty ball joints. The damaged windscreen noted in the latest record is a minor safety concern but should be monitored for spreading cracks that could eventually compromise the structural integrity of the glass. Given the low mileage, verify that the brake rotors are free of excessive pitting and that the calipers have not seized due to lack of use.