2010 KIA RIO 1.4L Petrol · DU60 LGE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. While it passed its latest test in June 2025 at 63,390 miles, this followed a failure just four days prior. That failure revealed multiple critical issues including a debonded front suspension bush and a dangerously worn offside front tyre with exposed cords. Although these faults were addressed to secure the pass, the recurring nature of failures suggests the owner only replaces components when necessitated by the MOT tester. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 63,390 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. This low usage profile often leads to the degradation of rubber components due to age rather than mechanical wear. The data shows consistent annual testing intervals, with roughly 3,500 miles covered between September 2023 and June 2024. However, the persistence of an oil leak noted in 2023 and 2024 suggests a long-term slow leak that has remained unaddressed despite the low distance travelled. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry thoroughly, as the history shows issues with track rod ends, anti-roll bar linkages, and suspension bushes across multiple years. The front brake discs were flagged as pitted and scored in June 2025, which is common on low-use vehicles that sit for long periods, allowing corrosion to form on the rotors. Inspection of the oil leak source is required to determine if it is a minor gasket or a more significant engine seal. Additionally, check for structural corrosion on the underbody, as low mileage does not protect a vehicle of this age from rust.