2020 KIA Niro Electricity · WF69 HCJ

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of deferred consumable repairs. The most recent test in January 2026 at 67,306 miles passed following a failure just three days prior. That failure involved misaligned windscreen washer jets and both nearside and offside front tyres reaching the legal limit. While the vehicle currently passes, the recurring nature of tyre issues across multiple years suggests the owner only addresses faults when an MOT demands it. The mileage progression is consistent with a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,200 miles per year. The car covered 11,782 miles between the January 2023 and February 2024 tests, showing a stable rate of use, and another 12,063 miles between February 2024 and February 2025. This steady accumulation indicates regular road use rather than long periods of standing stationary, which is generally positive for rubber components and battery health, though it places consistent load on the suspension system. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the front geometry and suspension components. The record repeatedly flags inner edge tyre wear on all four corners from 2024 through 2026, which is a classic symptom of misalignment, incorrect camber, or worn control arm bushes and ball joints. The inspector should check for uneven tread patterns and signs of play in the front suspension. Additionally, the recent failure of the washer jets and previous wiper blade issues indicate a reactive approach to minor maintenance items that are overlooked until they fail inspection.