2016 KIA Picanto 1.2L Petrol · CV16 XGJ

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status, evidenced by a clean pass in the most recent July 2025 test at 25,987 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears improving, as the mechanical and wear issues identified in previous years have been addressed. The transition from flagged faults to a defect-free certificate suggests that the current owner is proactive in rectifying items raised during the testing process. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,600 miles per year. The data shows consistent low-usage patterns, moving from 12,315 miles in April 2019 to 25,987 miles by July 2025. While this low mileage typically reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain components, it also increases the risk of age-related rubber degradation and brake seizing if the car has sat stationary for extended periods. A physical inspection should focus on the suspension and braking system to ensure previous issues have not recurred or been masked. The July 2024 test flagged a noisy offside front strut top mount and a nearside rear tyre worn to the legal limit, while the 2023 record identified a corroded offside rear brake pipe. A buyer should verify that the strut mount is free of play and that the brake lines show no signs of further surface corrosion or degradation. Given the low annual mileage, checking for sidewall cracking on tyres and seized brake calipers is also essential, as these components fail through time rather than distance in low-use vehicles.