2010 KIA Picanto 1.0L Petrol · AO10 OGU

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a period of reactive maintenance. The most recent MOT conducted in June 2025 at 91,332 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the mechanical issues identified in previous years were addressed. This follows a failure in June 2024 where worn anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers and front tyres were flagged, suggesting the owner is willing to perform necessary repairs to maintain legal road standards. At approximately 16 years old, the 91,332 miles on the odometer represents a relatively low average of roughly 5,700 miles per year. This low usage suggests light annual commuting, which typically reduces the wear on the engine and drivetrain. However, the record shows consistent annual testing with a gap of 8,927 miles driven between the 2024 and 2025 tests. While the low mileage is a positive factor, the age of the vehicle increases the likelihood of degradation in rubber components and corrosion of metalwork regardless of distance travelled. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the braking and suspension systems given the history of faults. The 2022 test highlighted corrosion on both front and rear brake pipes and pitted front brake discs, which necessitates a check to ensure the corrosion has not progressed beyond the surface level. The 2024 failure regarding anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers and the 2022 report of a deteriorated CV boot indicate that the suspension rubber components are prone to cracking or tearing. Verify there is no grease leaking from the drive boots or signs of play in the steering joints to confirm these previous faults were properly rectified.