2022 KIA Niro 2 EV Electric · SM22 TMU

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 15 April 2026 with no defects recorded. This follows a similarly clean result from May 2025, indicating a very stable maintenance trend. The absence of any advisories or failures across the recorded history suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a high standard and that any necessary repairs have been carried out proactively before the official inspections. At 77,011 miles over approximately four years, the vehicle has averaged nearly 20,000 miles per year. This is significantly higher than the typical UK average and indicates heavy usage, likely consisting of long-distance motorway commuting. While the electric drivetrain is generally more resilient to high mileage than an internal combustion engine, this level of usage accelerates the wear on chassis consumables, suspension components, and interior touchpoints. Given the clean MOT history but high mileage, the buyer should focus on wear-and-tear items that may not yet have triggered a failure but are nearing the end of their service life. Inspect the tyre treads for uneven wear, which could indicate wheel misalignment or worn suspension bushes. During the test drive, listen for knocks or clunks from the suspension over uneven surfaces and check for any steering play. Although electric vehicles benefit from regenerative braking, the high mileage means the brake discs should be inspected for surface corrosion or pitting, and the calipers checked for binding. Attention should be paid to the vehicle service history to ensure that calendar-based maintenance, such as cabin filter replacements and brake fluid flushes, has been performed. The condition of the 12V auxiliary battery should be verified, as these can degrade over time and cause intermittent electrical faults. Finally, a thorough inspection of the interior upholstery and switchgear is recommended to ensure the high mileage has not resulted in excessive cabin wear beyond what is acceptable for a vehicle of this age.