2013 KIA Picanto 1.2L Petrol · EN62 WSX

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend over the recent years. The most recent test in November 2025 at 89,772 miles resulted in a pass with only a minor advisory regarding a deteriorated front registration plate. This indicates that the primary mechanical and safety components are currently meeting minimum standards, although the history shows a period of wear-related issues in the braking system that were addressed after 2023. The mileage pattern is consistent with a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. Between August 2021 at 60,304 miles and November 2025 at 89,772 miles, the car covered nearly 30,000 miles, showing steady and regular use rather than long periods of inactivity. This consistent usage generally reduces the risk of seized components or perished seals, though it places standard wear on age-related rubber and suspension components for a car of this vintage. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on the braking system, as the 2023 test at 74,294 miles flagged thin front and rear brake pads along with pitted and scored rear discs. While the vehicle passed subsequent tests, it is vital to verify the current thickness of the pad material and check for any binding calipers or uneven wear. The deteriorated front registration plate noted in 2025 should be replaced to ensure legal compliance and visibility. Given the age of the vehicle, a physical check of the chassis for structural corrosion is also advisable, although no structural defects were recorded in the provided history.