2017 KIA RIO 1.2L Petrol · KO02 JAC

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent test in October 2025 at 78,712 miles passed with minor non-mechanical defects including an inoperative registration plate lamp, split wiper blades, and an oil level at the minimum. While these issues did not cause a failure, the presence of low oil suggests a lack of attention to basic fluid checks by the previous owner prior to the test. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year. Between October 2023 and October 2024, the car covered 13,620 miles, which represents a significant spike in usage compared to the 11,558 miles recorded in the preceding year. However, the mileage does not indicate long periods of standing that would lead to seized components or fluid degradation. The increase in annual mileage likely correlates with the accelerated wear seen on consumable components noted in the more recent records. A buyer should specifically inspect the front braking system, as the October 2024 test flagged both brake pads at the limit and discs that were pitted and scored. Although these passed the following year, the physical condition of the discs suggests they are nearing the end of their service life. The recurring issue of tyres worn to the legal limit appearing in 2021, 2024, and 2025 indicates a pattern where components are only replaced when they fail or during inspection. A thorough check of the current tyre tread depth and alignment is necessary to ensure no suspension geometry are causing the uneven edge wear noted in the past.