2009 KIA RIO 1.4L Petrol · EK02 AAK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in October 2025 with 71,391 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable following a period of minor mechanical wear identified in the previous year. While the 2024 test highlighted specific component degradation, the lack of advisories in the subsequent test indicates that the previous owner addressed the necessary repairs to the braking hardware. The mileage profile is notably low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,200 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between October 2022 and October 2023, where the car covered only 960 miles. Since 2023, the usage has remained extremely consistent, covering just 210 miles between the annual tests. This low-frequency use suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for extended periods, which can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and fluid breakdown despite the low mechanical engine hours. A buyer should physically inspect the braking system to ensure the pitting and scoring noted in 2024 have not returned with new corrosion. The record flagged thin offside front pads and worn discs on both front sides, so a verification of the current thickness and surface quality of the rotors is essential. Given the age of the car and the low mileage, the inspector should also check for perished suspension bushes and leaking seals, as these parts often fail due to age rather than mileage wear when a vehicle is driven infrequently.