2015 KIA RIO 1.2L Petrol · PY15 AEW

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status following a successful MOT on 20 February 2026 at 4,960 miles. While the car initially failed this most recent test due to defective nearside and offside front windscreen wipers, the issue was rectified immediately to achieve a clean pass. Beyond this minor consumable failure, the history shows a consistent record with no mechanical defects, structural corrosion, or braking advisories recorded over the last eight years of testing. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 451 miles per year. Between February 2022 and February 2026, the car covered only 1,444 miles, moving from 3,516 to 4,960. This low usage suggests the vehicle has been stationary for long periods or used only for short trips. While this mitigates wear on the engine and suspension, it often increases the risk of issues with rubber components, seals, and fluid degradation due to a lack of regular operation. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by long-term standing. The recurring nature of the wiper blade faults in 2022 and 2026 indicates basic exterior maintenance may be neglected, so a thorough check of the condition of the brake discs for pitting or corrosion is necessary, as these common on low-mileage cars that sit unused. The 2021 note regarding undertrays obscuring components warrants a close inspection of the chassis to ensure no hidden structural rust has developed behind the shields where the tester could not clearly see.