2015 KIA RIO 1.2L Petrol · DX15 JLO

This 2015 Kia Rio has a recent clean pass from December 2025, but that only came after fixing ineffective front wipers flagged the same day. Before that, it failed in August 2025 on several more serious counts: low coolant, thin front brake pads, an illegal offside rear tyre, a worn nearside front suspension arm bush, and a loose offside front anti-roll bar link. The pattern of defects is concerning. The offside rear tyre was recorded as illegal in June 2024 and again in August 2025, which suggests either neglect in replacing worn rubber or unusual wear on that corner. The emergence of suspension wear and thin brake pads in 2025 points to a vehicle that is starting to need more mechanical attention, making the overall condition trend appear to be worsening rather than stabilising. At roughly 5,480 miles per year, the mileage is low for an eleven-year-old car. This is ambiguous; it could mean gentle use, but low mileage can also indicate long periods standing, which degrades bushes and tyres, or short, stop-start urban trips that accelerate brake and suspension wear despite low overall miles. The suspension and tyre issues seen here fit either scenario. When inspecting this car in person, your first priority should be the front suspension. Check the lower arm bushes and anti-roll bar links for play or clunking over bumps.