2018 KIA Picanto 1.2L Petrol · GF18 WPR

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status with a consistent pass record over the last five years. The most recent test conducted on 13 August 2025 at 29,586 miles resulted in a pass with a single advisory regarding nearside rear tyre cracking or perishing. This indicates that the mechanical and structural components inspected by the DVSA are functioning within legal parameters, despite the age of the vehicle. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old car, averaging approximately 3,700 miles per annum. Between August 2021 and August 2025, the vehicle covered only 7,730 miles, suggesting infrequent use or a history of being stationary for long periods. This low usage typically results in less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it often leads to the degradation of rubber-based parts due to age, as evidenced by the recurring tyre-related advisories found in the most recent tests. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the condition of all four tyres, as the repeated advisories for cracking and perishing in 2022 and 2025 suggest the rubber compound is failing due to age rather than tread depth. Given the low mileage, it is also vital to inspect the brake discs for surface rust or seized calipers, which frequently occur when vehicles are not driven regularly. The absence of any structural corrosion or suspension failures in the history suggests a well-maintained chassis, but a check of bushes and exhaust hangers remains necessary to ensure the low mileage has not masked deferred maintenance.