2017 KIA RIO 1.2L Petrol · GL17 AEF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, following a successful MOT test on 30 March 2026 at 57,097 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, although the record shows unexpected failures immediately preceding passes in both 2025 and 2026. The fact that the vehicle failed and then passed within two days in March 2026 suggests that minor mechanical issues were identified and rectified quickly prior to the re-test. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,344 miles annually. Between the March 2024 test at 42,673 miles and the March 2025 test at 49,771 miles, the car covered 7,098 miles. The subsequent interval saw 7,326 miles covered by the March 2026 test. This steady accumulation indicates the car is used regularly rather than being left stationary, which generally helps prevent the degradation of rubber components like brake lines and suspension seals. While the most recent test shows no defects, a buyer should investigate the specific causes of the failures in March 2025 and 2026. Since the record does not list specific defects for those failures, they were likely related to simple items such as bulbs, wiper blades, or minor fluid leaks that were addressed immediately. Given the age of the vehicle, a physical inspection should focus on checking for structural corrosion on the underside and the condition of the suspension bushes to ensure no hidden wear has developed despite the clean recent history.