2009 KIA Picanto 1.0L Petrol · HG59 KGA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, as evidenced by the most recent MOT test on 2 July 2025 at 13,702 miles which passed with no recorded defects. This result indicates that the car has maintained its mechanical integrity following a previous failure. Although a failure occurred in May 2024, the immediate re-test pass just two days later suggests a minor issue that was quickly rectified rather than a recurring systemic mechanical failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 800 miles per year. The data shows a significant jump in usage between May 2023 at 6,773 miles and May 2024 at 10,603 miles, followed by more consistent growth over the final year. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of inactivity can lead to age-related degradation of rubber components and fluid breakdown, which are not always captured in a standard MOT inspection. A physical inspection should prioritize components affected by time-based decay rather than mileage-based wear. The buyer must check for cracking in suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls which perish from sitting, as well as brake disc corrosion or seized calipers due to infrequent use. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough check for structural rust on the sills and wheel arches is essential, as surface corrosion progresses regardless of how few miles the car has driven.