2012 KIA Picanto 1.2L Petrol · BL61 AHJ

The vehicle was deemed roadworthy on 4 July 2026 at 46,853 miles, yet the test recorded slight play in both front suspension arm ball joints and a corroded off‑side brake pipe, indicating that the maintenance record does not show a clear improvement and the suspension issue has recurred since the 2025 test. The mileage has risen from 21,124 miles in July 2015 to 46,853 miles in July 2026, averaging about 3,347 miles per year, which is low for a 14‑year‑old car but shows periods of rapid accumulation such as the jump from 27,221 miles in 2019 to 38,343 miles in 2020, an increase of 11,122 miles in one year. The recurring slight play in the front suspension arm ball joints and the corroded off‑side brake pipe are the most salient mechanical concerns; a buyer should have a qualified technician examine the suspension bushings, ball joint condition, and brake pipe integrity, looking for binding calipers, worn coil springs, and any structural rust on the chassis or suspension mounting points. The earlier tyre tread depth failures and the 2020 wiper failures indicate that the owner may have deferred routine tyre replacement and wiper maintenance, so checking current tyre tread, wiper blade condition, and brake disc wear is advisable.