2009 KIA Picanto 1.0L Petrol · EJ59 AFE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent passing trend. The most recent MOT on 6 November 2023 at 73,339 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a pattern of clean passes dating back to October 2020, indicating a vehicle that has been maintained to a standard that consistently meets minimum legal requirements without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage is notably low for a 2009 model, averaging roughly 4,314 miles per year. The data shows a steady increase in usage, rising from 47,965 miles in October 2020 to 73,339 miles by November 2023. This suggests the car has been used regularly rather than sitting idle for long periods, which reduces the risk of seized calipers or perished rubber seals often found in very low-mileage older cars. The MOT history is exceptionally clean, showing no recorded failures for mechanical components, suspension bushes, or structural corrosion over the last six years. The failure on 28 October 2020 was resolved on the same day, and the lack of subsequent advisories suggests a disciplined approach to maintenance. A buyer should still conduct a physical inspection of the underbody for surface corrosion, as the MOT record does not always capture early-stage rust on non-structural areas. Given the age of the vehicle, checking the condition of the tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking and verifying the service history for oil and filter changes is recommended to ensure the low mileage has been supported by routine engine care.