2009 KIA Picanto 1.0L Petrol · FT09 DDF

The 2026‑01‑21 MOT at 33,397 miles records a pass with no defects, confirming current roadworthiness. Earlier entries show a pattern of recurring brake‑pipe corrosion and a CV joint boot failure in late 2025, but the subsequent test indicates those issues have been remedied, suggesting a stable maintenance trend rather than ongoing deterioration. The vehicle’s 33,397 miles equate to roughly 1,965 miles per year over 17 years, well below the typical mileage for a 2009 model and indicating relatively light use or extended periods of inactivity. Mileage increments are modest between 2016 and 2024, with an average annual increase of about 1,300 miles, while the period from 2024 to 2026 shows a larger rise of 6,195 miles, reflecting a recent period of more regular driving. Recurring observations of corroded rear brake pipes (1.1.11(c)) from 2019 through 2023, together with a split near‑side drive‑shaft CV joint boot in January 2026, point to potential wear in the braking and drivetrain systems. Structural rust appears on the front sub‑frame and rear axle (recorded in 2019) and on the exhaust front hanger (2016), while tyre perishing and wiper effectiveness have been noted in earlier tests. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the CV joint boots, suspension bushes and mounts, the integrity of the rear brake lines for signs of corrosion or leakage, the structural soundness of the sub‑frame and rear axle, the state of the exhaust mounting, tyre tread and side‑wall condition, and the functionality of the front wipers and headlamp aim, as these components have repeatedly appeared on the record.