2016 KIA RIO 1.2L Petrol · CV16 XGC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than preventative care pattern. The most recent test in September 2025 at 83,395 miles passed with only an advisory for a nearside front tyre worn to the legal limit. This follows a period of instability where faults were addressed only after causing test failures. While the vehicle appears stable in the short term, the recurring mechanical issues identified in 2024 suggest that the owner previously deferred repairs until necessitated by the MOT tester. At 83,395 miles over ten years, the car has averaged approximately 8,340 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for its age. The data shows a significant gap in testing between January 2024 and September 2024, where the vehicle covered nearly 7,000 miles in eight months. This burst of activity coincided with the failure of several components, including suspension arms and lighting. The consistent mileage accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly, which generally helps prevent moisture-related degradation of rubber and metal components. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension assembly, as records show corrosion on both the nearside and offside lower suspension arms in early 2024, followed by a failure for an excessively worn offside suspension arm bush later that year. Although these were marked as repaired, the presence of corrosion warrants a close look for structural integrity in the mounting points. The binding rear service brake noted in January 2024 also requires a physical check to ensure the caliper is not seizing or suffering from uneven wear due to inactivity. The history also highlights a trend of neglecting consumable items, with multiple failures for tyre tread depths below the 1.6mm limit. The advisory from 2025 regarding uneven edge wear on the nearside front tyre suggests a potential alignment issue or worn shock absorber that remains unaddressed. The buyer should verify that the tyre pressure monitoring system, which was flagged as malfunctioning in 2024, is now fully functional and that all electrical lighting remains operational correctly following the previous failures.