2016 KIA RIO 1.2L Petrol · DA66 HBY

The 2016 Kia Rio presents as roadworthy following a pass on 25 September 2025 at 129,577 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable, with the only blemish being a failed test on 24 September 2025 at 129,576 miles where the tester logged no defects, suggesting an administrative or procedural rejection rather than a mechanical fault. Prior to that, the car passed cleanly in September 2024 at 118,731 miles and in September 2023 at 100,564 miles, the latter also preceded by a no-defect failure on the same day. The pattern shows no worsening mechanical condition across the recorded history. Mileage stands at 129,577 against a ten-year age, averaging roughly 12,958 miles per year, which is high for a supermini of this class. The records show steady annual use: 100,564 miles in September 2023, rising to 118,731 by September 2024, then 129,577 by September 2025. That is about 18,000 miles in the first interval and 11,000 in the second, indicating consistent motorway or commuting mileage rather than short urban trips. No gaps exist between tests; the owner kept annual MOT compliance, and the clean sheets imply consumables were renewed before each examination. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the high annual distance covered. The absence of advisories across four years is unusual at this mileage and may mean worn components were replaced preemptively or simply escaped notation. Check underneath for corrosion to structural members and the exhaust system, and verify the service history matches the recorded odometer to confirm the drivetrain has not been neglected between tests. The twin no-defect failures in September 2023 and September 2025 warrant a check of the DVSA refusal reason, as they carry no listed mechanical fault yet block a certificate. Confirm with the seller whether these were paperwork errors or presentation issues. Beyond that, the Rio's record suggests a mechanically sound example with disciplined MOT discipline from its previous keeper.