2013 KIA RIO 1.4L Petrol · AF63 RZU

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 130,769 miles, this success occurred just six days after a significant failure involving multiple defects including a supplementary restraint system fault, seat belt damage, and lighting issues. The recurring nature of the frayed seat belt webbing and intermittent tailgate release suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they threaten an MOT pass rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 130,769 miles over 13 years, the car has averaged approximately 10,000 miles per annum, which aligns with the UK national average for a small hatchback. The data shows consistent usage, with roughly 14,000 miles covered between November 2023 and November 2024, and another 10,600 miles in the following year. This steady mileage suggests the vehicle is used regularly, which generally helps prevent seal-related corrosion, though it also places standard expected wear on rubber components and braking hardware. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front braking system and suspension geometry. The record shows a history of pitted brake discs and a binding offside front pad at 120,096 miles, followed by a nearside front tyre worn on the edge in late 2025. This pattern indicates potential alignment issues or a sticking caliper that is causing uneven tyre wear. The offside front seat belt should be checked for structural integrity, as fraying is a safety failure point, and the intermittent tailgate release must be tested repeatedly to ensure the mechanism does not fail entirely during transit.