2020 KIA RIO 1.0L Petrol · BV20 HFR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a persistent failure to address tyre degradation. While the most recent test on 9 June 2026 at 21,016 miles passed, it carried an advisory for perishing and cracking both rear tyres. This follows a failure in June 2025 at 18,060 miles due to a structural tear on the nearside front tyre and cracking on both rears. The recurring nature of these defects indicates that the owner is ignoring age-related rubber deterioration despite sufficient tread depth. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per year. Data shows consistent, low-interval usage, moving from 11,150 miles in June 2023 to 21,016 miles in June 2026. This low mileage often suggests the car sits for long periods, which directly explains the consistent tyre cracking and cracking noted across the MOT records. Rubber components dry out and perish over time when they are not driven regularly, regardless of the low mileage recorded. A buyer must prioritise inspecting the physical condition of all tyres, specifically looking for sidewall cracking or flat spots that the tester may have overlooked. Because the car is used infrequently, an inspection should also check the brake discs for corrosion or seized calipers caused by lack of use. The suspension bushings should be examined for cracking, as stationary vehicles often suffer from perished rubber. There is no evidence of structural rust or mechanical failures in the record, but the neglect of tyres suggests a reactive rather than preventative maintenance approach.