2022 KIA Stonic 2 S-A 1.0L Petrol · AV22 YYB

A clean MOT record at the June 2025 test gives this Stonic a reassuring baseline of roadworthiness, with no advisories or failures logged against it. A four-year-old vehicle returning a completely defect-free pass suggests that, at least at the point of testing, the chassis, running gear, and emissions-related systems were all within DVSA tolerances. With no historic advisories on file to identify a developing fault pattern, the trend is one of stability rather than deterioration, and the absence of any flagged items means there is no specific component flagged as requiring imminent follow-up inspection. With 34,696 miles covered over roughly four years, this Stonic is accumulating around 8,700 miles annually, which sits comfortably in the middle of typical usage for a car of its age and class. There are no extended gaps between tests or sudden jumps in recorded mileage to suggest long periods of inactivity or unusually intensive use. This level of annual mileage is modest enough that major wear items such as suspension bushes, coil springs, and drivetrain components should still have meaningful service life remaining, while being sufficient to keep seals, lubricants, and the 12V battery in regular working order. Given the absence of any recorded advisories, there are no specific components called out by the DVSA that require targeted investigation, but a prospective buyer should still carry out a structured physical and dynamic check. On the test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which would point to worn anti-roll bar drop links, control arm bushes, or top mounts, even though none were flagged at test. Feel for any vibration through the steering wheel under braking, which can indicate disc runout or pad deposition, and check for pulling to one side that might suggest a binding caliper or uneven pad wear. Inspect the underside, paying particular attention to the rear subframe mounting points, suspension arms, and any brake pipes or fuel lines for signs of surface corrosion, even on a relatively young vehicle. The Stonic uses a turbocharged 1.0-litre petrol engine paired with an automated manual transmission, so it is worth confirming smooth clutch actuation and clean gear changes during a warm test drive, as these units can occasionally develop jerky low-speed behaviour. Check that the engine starts promptly from cold without excessive smoke from the exhaust, and verify that no warning lights remain illuminated on the instrument cluster. Finally, confirm the condition of all four tyres, looking for even shoulder wear which would suggest a tracking or alignment issue, and ensure the spare or repair kit is present, as these are commonly missing on used examples.