2015 KIA Picanto 1.0L Petrol · GD64 HBL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in April 2026 at 68,429 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend shows signs of recent improvement following a mechanical failure in April 2025. While the 2025 test revealed a failure due to rear brake pads and discs, the clean report from the latest test indicates that the current owner has addressed these critical safety items and brought the vehicle to a passing standard. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year over its eleven-year lifespan. The record shows steady usage without significant gaps of inactivity, moving from 26,890 miles in early 2018 to over 68,000 miles by early 2026. This low-intensity usage reduces the likelihood of heavy drivetrain wear typically associated with high-mileage cars, though it suggests that rubber-based components and seals may suffer from age rather than mechanical stress. A buyer should pay close attention to the central rear seat belt, which has been a recurring defect in nearly every annual test since 2018. Despite being flagged in 2021, 2023, 2024, and 2025, it did not appear on the 2026 report, suggesting it may have been replaced or the tester missed it in the most recent cycle. A physical inspection of the webbing is necessary to ensure it is not further frayed and that the retractor mechanism functions correctly. The brake history reveals a recurring pattern of neglecting consumables until failure point, with thin pads and binding calipers noted in 2018, 2022, and 2025. While the 2026 test was clear, the buyer should verify the current state of the brake discs for pitting and ensure the offside front caliper is not binding. Given the frequent mentions of tyres reaching the legal limit across multiple tests, checking the tread depth and alignment of all four tyres is essential to determine if there are underlying issues causing uneven wear.