2016 KIA RIO 1.2L Petrol · N24 DEB

The Kia Rio presents a clean and stable MOT history over the past two years, with the most recent test on 20 January 2026 at 73,504 miles showing no defects—an outcome mirrored in the three preceding annual tests (2025, 2024, and 2023). The absence of advisories or failures in this period suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a high standard, with no recurring issues to indicate neglect or mechanical degradation. The only anomaly is the duplicate 2025-01-21 entry, where the same mileage (66,157) appears once as a pass and once as a fail—a likely administrative error rather than a genuine concern. This consistency, combined with the lack of major component failures, points to a well-looked-after example, provided routine servicing has kept up with wear items like brakes, suspension, and fluids. The mileage accumulation of 7,350 miles per year aligns closely with the average for a vehicle of this age, neither excessively high nor abnormally low. The recorded intervals between tests are standard, with roughly 7,000–8,000 miles covered annually, suggesting the car has seen regular but not excessive use. There are no red flags in the data—no sudden mileage jumps or prolonged gaps that might imply storage or abuse. The most recent 7,347-mile gap between the 2025 and 2026 tests is typical, reinforcing the impression of steady, moderate driving conditions. Given the flawless MOT record, a buyer should still verify a few key areas in person. While the tester has not flagged any concerns, suspension components—such as control arm bushes, coil springs, and track rod ends —should be checked for wear, as these often degrade without immediate MOT repercussions. The brake system , including disc thickness, pad condition, and caliper operation , warrants close inspection, even if past tests were clean, since brake wear can vary significantly between tests. Exhaust emissions and structural corrosion (particularly around wheel arches, sills, and underseal) should also be assessed, as these are not always caught in standard MOT checks but can indicate deeper maintenance oversights. Finally, a pre-purchase inspection of fluid levels, tyre condition, and battery health would round out due diligence, ensuring no hidden issues exist beyond the MOT’s scope.