2010 KIA RIO 1.5L Diesel · EF10 LMX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test in July 2025 at 131,856 miles resulted in a pass following an initial failure for excessive play in both the nearside and offside track rod ends. While the vehicle cleared the inspection without defects, the recurring nature of steering component failures suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical issues once they reach the point of an MOT failure. At 131,856 miles over 16 years, the car has averaged approximately 8,241 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a hatchback of this age. The mileage progression shows consistent annual use, with roughly 7,700 miles covered between July 2023 and 2024, and another 6,800 miles between 2024 and 2025. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has not sat for long periods, which generally helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and seals. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension, as the track rod ends have failed twice in two consecutive years. The tester previously identified a perishing offside rear tyre in 2023, indicating that the rubber components may be suffering from age despite the relatively low mileage. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check for structural integrity and corrosion on the sills and suspension mounting points is essential, as these are common areas of failure for this model that are not explicitly detailed in the provided MOT history.