2015 KIA RIO 1.4L Petrol · CF15 MVX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recurring pattern of deferred attention regarding braking and exhaust components. The most recent test in August 2025 at 96,942 miles identified pitted and scored rear brake discs alongside a defective front exhaust mounting for the rear silencer. This mirrors findings from August 2024 at 89,400 miles, suggesting that the owner only addresses these issues once they reach visible degradation rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage progression is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per year over the eleven-year period. There is a steady accumulation of roughly 7,000 to 7,500 miles between annual tests, which indicates regular road use rather than long periods of stationary storage. While the 2022 test at 76,326 miles was clean with no recorded defects, subsequent entries show a gradual emergence of wear-related advisories that are typical for a car in this age-mileage bracket. A buyer should specifically inspect the braking system, as the record shows a history of scored discs across both front and rear axles over the last four years. The 2021 report of a binding nearside rear service brake suggests the calipers may be prone to sticking, which can accelerate uneven pad wear. Additionally, the persistent exhaust mounting defect noted in both 2024 and 2025 requires a physical check to ensure the system is not vibrating out of alignment. The frequent mentions of tyre edge wear in 2021 and 2023 also indicate that wheel alignment may have been neglected, which should be verified against the current set of tyres.