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2021 KIA Niro 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · WN21 ACF

WN21 ACF

2021 KIA Niro (1.6L, hybrid electric (clean)). First registered 08 Mar 2021. Recorded mileage 54,286 miles. MOT valid until 09 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
KIA NIRO
Year / Origin
2021 · Bristol
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 09 Sept 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
Recorded Mileage
54,286 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
Fuel & Engine
Hybrid Electric (Clean) · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 09 Sept 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Oct 2026
Fuel Type
Hybrid Electric (Clean)
Year
2021
Engine
1580cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness with a stable maintenance trend across its recorded history. The most recent inspection conducted on 26 August 2025 at 44,262 miles passed with no defects or advisories noted. This streak of clean passes indicates that the previous owners have maintained the vehicle to a standard that prevents mechanical or structural failures from reaching the testing threshold. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,852 miles per annum. Between the September 2023 test at 25,779 miles and the August 2024 test at 34,040 miles, the car covered 8,261 miles, followed by an interval of 10,222 miles leading to the 2025 test. This regular usage suggests consistent, predictable operation rather than long periods of stagnation, which is generally beneficial for the health of seals, tyres, and braking components. Since the MOT record shows no history of structural corrosion, brake failures, or suspension issues, a physical inspection should focus on standard consumable items that fall outside the testing scope. A buyer should verify the condition of the brake pads and discs, as the clean record does not account for thinning material. Check the tyre tread depth and look for uneven wear which might indicate alignment issues. Given the mileage, inspecting the fluid levels and the state of the rubber suspension bushes are prudent steps to ensure the vehicle remains in the condition suggested by the digital history.
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WN21 ACF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/08/2026
  • 54,286 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)

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WN21 ACF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Oct 2026, 10:45
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Kia Niro (WN21 ACF) between September 2023 and August 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 25 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (inner edge of tread) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords also worn on inner edge”.

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ADVISORY

WN21 ACF Mileage History

  1. 11/09/202325,779 mi
  2. 14/08/202434,040 mi+8,261 mi
  3. 26/08/202544,262 mi+10,222 mi
  4. 20/08/202654,200 mi+9,938 mi
  5. 25/08/202654,286 mi+86 mi

Average of roughly 9,649 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Euro 6 DG
No Open Safety Recalls

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
✓ No outstanding recalls
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