2016 KIA Picanto 1.2L Petrol · CA65 UOP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT on January 27, 2026. The maintenance trend appears stable, despite a minor mechanical failure during that most recent test. The tester flagged the offside rear service brake as excessively binding at 15,094 miles, but the issue was rectified immediately to pass the re-test just two miles later. This indicates that the owner is responsive to safety-critical defects rather than allowing them to persist. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, with only 15,096 miles recorded. This averages out to approximately 1,500 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average. Between January 2023 and January 2026, the car covered only 1,968 miles, suggesting long periods of storage or very infrequent use. While this low usage limits wear on the engine and drivetrain components, it often leads to secondary issues such as seized components, flat spotted tyres, or surface corrosion from sitting stationary for extended durations. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the braking system to ensure the offside rear caliper or wheel cylinder is not prone to recurring sticking. Given the low mileage, it is vital to check that rubber components like suspension bushes and hoses have not perished due to age rather than wear. Inspect the tyres for sidewall cracking and uneven wear, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from material degradation long before the tread depth reaches legal limits.