2017 KIA Stonic 1.0L Petrol · FV67 DMZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test in April 2026, but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in attention to detail. While the car passed its previous three annual inspections without defects, the most recent MOT attempt at 30,682 miles resulted in a failure across multiple critical systems. The immediate transition from a clean record to a multi-point failure suggests that routine maintenance of consumables and emissions systems has been neglected until the test forced action. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,400 miles per year. There is a significant usage gap between the May 2025 test at 17,463 miles and the April 2026 test at 30,682 miles, where the car covered over 13,000 miles in less than a year. This burst of activity after a period of low use likely explains the accelerated wear observed on the front braking components and tyres, which reached their legal limits simultaneously during the most recent interval. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front braking system, as the April 2026 failure identified both worn-out pads and significantly worn inner discs. While these were likely replaced to secure the subsequent pass, the buyer should check for uneven pad wear or signs of sticking calipers. The edge wear on both front tyres also indicates a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that requires professional attention to prevent premature replacement of the next set of rubber. The carbon monoxide failure in April 2026 indicates the engine was struggling with combustion efficiency or carbon buildup, often seen in low-mileage vehicles that sit for long periods. Verify that the engine runs smoothly at idle and that the emissions issue was fully rectified. Given the low mileage, the buyer should also inspect for age degradation of rubber components and fluid oxidation, which can occur more rapidly through time than through actual mechanical use.