2020 KIA RIO 1.0L Petrol · BJ20 OCD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in attention to consumable items. In the most recent test on 31 January 2026 at 25,387 miles, the car initially failed due to insufficient artwork fluid and perishing or cracking on three tyres. While the vehicle passed on the same day after these faults were rectified, the initial failure indicates a lack of pre-test inspection compared to the previous clean records. The mileage profile is notably low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,231 miles annually. Between the May 2023 test at 15,872 miles and the January 2026 test at 25,387 miles, the car covered only 9,515 miles over nearly three years. This low usage typically results in less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, but it often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based parts and fluids due to age rather than distance travelled. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the artwork set, as the January 2026 failure highlighted perishing on the nearside front, offside front, and offside rear tyres. This is a common symptom of low-mileage vehicles where the rubber dries out and cracks before the tread wears down. Additionally, the washer system should be checked for leaks or blockages to ensure the previous failure was fully addressed. Since no structural corrosion or brake-related issues were noted between 2023 and 2025, the mechanical integrity of the chassis appears stable.