2004 KIA Picanto 1.1L Petrol · CF04 XCP

The 2004 Kia Picanto is presently not roadworthy, as the most recent MOT on 18 October 2024, at 104,943 miles, passed only because the listed defects were deemed minor; the preceding test on 17 October 2024, at the same mileage, recorded multiple failures including binding front service brakes, inoperative lamps, parking brake inefficiency and a track‑rod end ball joint with slight play, indicating an unstable maintenance trend rather than improvement. The vehicle’s recorded mileage of 104,943 at 22 years of age translates to roughly 4,770 miles per year, a figure that is low for its age but masks significant gaps; the last year saw a rapid accumulation of 17,412 miles between the 17 October 2024 and 18 October 2024 tests, while earlier intervals such as 2023‑10‑13 to 2024‑10‑17 added only 17,412 miles, suggesting periods of minimal use followed by intensified driving. A buyer should therefore inspect the rear coil springs and sub‑frame for corrosion, the front and rear brake pipes and discs for binding or excessive wear, the track‑rod end ball joint and suspension bushes for play, the parking brake mechanism for proper efficiency, and verify that the oil leak remains within acceptable limits; additionally, checking headlamp aim, tyre tread depth and condition, and the condition of the exhaust system for leaks or Lambda reading anomalies will reveal whether the recurring faults are being addressed or remain latent.