2001 KIA SHUMA1.5L PETROL

The vehicle presents a questionable roadworthiness status due to a complete lack of documented MOT testing for the past sixteen years. The last recorded test in October 2010 at 91,808 miles identified an evident oil leak on the engine. Because the vehicle has undergone no inspections since that date, it is impossible to verify the current mechanical integrity or structural soundness of safety-critical components. The maintenance trend has effectively stalled, leaving a significant data gap regarding the state of the car. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twenty-five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,672 miles per year. Data shows the car had 73,909 miles by 2008 and 91,808 miles by 2010, representing roughly 18,000 miles over two years. While low mileage often suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine, long periods of inactivity frequently lead to the degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and internal corrosion within fuel lines and braking systems. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on the chassis for structural rust, as the age of the vehicle makes oxidation highly likely. The 2008 failure noted excessive play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage, necessitating a current check of all suspension bushes and joints for wear. Given the reported oil leak from 2010, a detailed engine bay decontamination is required to determine if the leak has worsened or resulted in seal failure. Without recent test data, the condition of the brakes, tyres, and exhaust emissions remains entirely unknown and poses a significant risk.