2009 KIA Picanto 1.1L Petrol · DN59 AEB

This vehicle presents an exceptionally stable roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 21 October 2025 at 30,138 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent five year trend of first time passes without a single advisory or failure, indicating a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard or used in a manner that has caused minimal wear. The mileage is remarkably low for a seventeen year old car, averaging roughly 1,773 miles per year. The odometer readings show very steady, low volume usage, increasing by only 235 miles between the October 2024 test at 29,903 miles and the October 2025 test at 30,138 miles. Such low annual mileage often suggests the car has spent significant time stationary, which can introduce specific risks despite a clean MOT record. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that degrade regardless of mileage. Rubber elements such as tyre sidewalls, suspension bushes, and engine mounts can perish or crack over seventeen years due to age rather than wear. Check for flat spots on the tyres and ensure the brake calipers are not seizing or sticking, as low-use vehicles often suffer from binding brakes or surface corrosion on the discs. Verify the condition of the fluids and check for any signs of perished hoses or belts. While the MOT history shows no structural corrosion or mechanical failures, the lack of recorded defects over five years is rare for a car of this vintage. A manual check for underbody rust and a test of the electrical systems will confirm if the vehicle has been stored in a climate-controlled environment or left exposed to the elements.