2026 Omoda 5 Knight HEV Auto 1.5L Hybrid electric · SA26 MFE

No MOT test outcome is currently recorded against this vehicle, as official DVSA testing for new registrations does not commence until the car reaches three years of age. With a 2026 build year, this OMODA 5 Knight HEV Automatic is therefore a first-year vehicle and would not yet have been presented for its initial MOT roadworthiness examination. Consequently, no maintenance trend can be established from testing data, and any assessment of its mechanical condition must rely instead on physical inspection, manufacturer service records, and a careful road test rather than a history of pass or failure results. Recorded mileage is not available for comparison, which is entirely consistent with a nearly new vehicle that may have covered only delivery mileage, a small amount of pre-registration preparation, or the initial few hundred miles associated with collection and handover. As annual usage figures cannot be calculated at this stage, there is no evidence of either low or high mileage patterns, and any concerns about excessive wear, sustained motorway use, or extended periods of standing are speculative until the odometer can be physically inspected and corroborated against the service book or digital service history. It is worth confirming the exact current mileage at the point of sale and ensuring it aligns with any documentation provided by the supplying dealer. Given the absence of an MOT history, the prospective buyer should focus on a thorough physical inspection appropriate to a vehicle of this age and hybrid specification. Tyres should be examined for sidewall cracking or perishing caused by age rather than wear, as even new tyres deteriorate with UV exposure, and the tread depth should be checked against the legal minimum of 1.6 mm. Brake discs, particularly on a hybrid vehicle that may rely heavily on regenerative braking, can be susceptible to surface corrosion or binding calipers from standing, so a test drive should include several firm applications of the brake pedal to confirm smooth, even response without shudder or pulling to one side. The 12 volt auxiliary battery, which manages the hybrid control systems and ancillary electronics, should be tested for state of health, and the high voltage hybrid system warning lights and diagnostic messages on the instrument cluster should be checked for any stored faults requiring professional interrogation. Fluid condition is another important area of inspection regardless of low mileage, as brake fluid absorbs moisture over time and typically requires replacement every two years regardless of use, while engine oil, coolant, and inverter coolant should be inspected for correct levels and appearance. The underside of the vehicle should be examined for any signs of fluid leakage from the hybrid powertrain, power steering, or braking system, and the exhaust system should be checked for integrity. Suspension components, including coil springs, bushes, and anti-roll bar linkages, should be inspected for any signs of damage or premature wear, and a road test conducted listening for clonks, rattles, or unusual noises from the drivetrain. Finally, verify that all manufacturer service schedules have been followed and that the vehicle identification numbers match the accompanying documentation, ensuring the car is presented exactly as supplied from the factory.