2016 KIA RIO 1.2L Petrol · CV16 XHD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in the 2025 test at 32,198 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward reactive rather than preventative care. The failure just one day prior at 32,196 miles revealed a binding offside front brake caliper along with worn, pitted discs and thin pads on both front wheels. While these issues were rectified to achieve the subsequent pass, the failure indicates that the braking system was allowed to reach a critical state without being addressed during previous intervals. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,220 miles per annum. There is a significant gap between 2019 and 2020, where the car covered only 4,480 miles in over a year. This low usage often correlates with less mechanical wear on the engine but can lead to degradation of components due to stationary periods. The accumulation of 3,116 miles between November 2024 and November 2025 continues this consistent low-distance usage pattern. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and braking assembly. The history notes corrosion on both front suspension arms in 2023, which, while not weakened at the time, requires a close watch for progressive rust that compromises structural integrity. Furthermore, the 2024 advisory regarding inner edge tyre wear on both front tyres suggests a potential alignment issue or worn bushes that persists. Given the recent binding caliper failure, verify that the new front brake components operate freely and that the underlying cause was identified rather than just a temporary fix.