2009 KIA RIO 1.4L Petrol · DN09 LCP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by a history of consecutive passes. The most recent test on 9 January 2026 at 112,101 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets minimum safety and emissions standards. While a failure was noted on 16 January 2025 at 109,575 miles, the immediate pass that same day suggests a minor issue was rectified quickly rather than representing a pattern of mechanical neglect. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. Between January 2023 and January 2024, the car covered 1,910 miles, showing a steady and predictable usage profile. This low annual mileage accumulation generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components compared to high-mileage vehicles, though the age of the car means that rubber-based components, such as suspension bushes and hoses, may be nearing degradation due to time regardless of the distance driven. Given the clean MOT records over the last three years, a physical inspection should focus on age-related degradation rather than recurring mechanical faults. A buyer should specifically examine the structural integrity of the sills and wheel arches for corrosion, as rust is common in vehicles of this era. Additionally, checking the condition of the brake calipers and the state of the absorbers is advisable, as the MOT only tests for immediate failure rather than gradual efficiency or wear of these components.