2013 KIA RIO 1.2L Petrol · CU13 VPV

The vehicle’s service record is dominated by persistent corrosion affecting the front suspension linkages and rear brake assembly, alongside a recurring pattern of tyre wear and braking system faults. While the March 2025 and March 2026 tests both concluded with a pass, the underlying mechanical picture reveals progressive deterioration rather than stable roadworthiness. The front lower suspension arms were flagged for corrosion on consecutive annual inspections, and the rear brake dust shields have been recorded as holed or corroded across multiple testing cycles since 2022. This corrosion trajectory is compounded by a significant braking failure in February 2024, which recorded a dangerously worn nearside rear brake pad, a significantly worn rear disc, and an excessively binding rear caliper. The most recent March 2026 pass similarly notes worn front inner brake discs and a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit on its inner edge, indicating that the underlying wear patterns and environmental exposure remain active concerns despite the current legal status. At 74,173 miles over a thirteen-year registration period, the vehicle averages approximately 5,700 miles annually, a figure substantially below typical usage for a vehicle of this age. Such low annual accumulation often points to short-distance operation, extended periods of stationary storage, or infrequent highway driving. Mechanically, this usage profile can accelerate certain forms of deterioration despite the modest odometer reading. Prolonged standing or frequent short trips prevent the cooling system and brake components from reaching.