2015 KIA RIO 1.2L Petrol · KY65 NHD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 75,529 miles passed with only minor cosmetic defects, the previous year showed a pattern of neglected consumable items. The mechanical state in late 2024 suggests that the owner only addressed critical wear issues once they reached the point of legal failure during the annual inspection. At 75,529 miles over 11 years, the car has averaged approximately 6,866 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a small hatchback. The mileage data shows consistent use, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between December 2023 and November 2024, and another 7,500 miles covered between November 2024 and November 2025. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stationary, which can often lead to degradation of rubber components and fluid breakdown despite low total mileage. A buyer should scrutinise the braking system and tyres during a physical inspection. The November 2024 failure flagged pitted and scored front brake discs alongside dangerously thin rear brake pads. While these were replaced to secure the subsequent pass, the buyer must check for uneven wear or signs of sticking calipers on these components. Furthermore, the recurring advisories for tyres worn to the legal limit on multiple corners across 2023 and 2024 indicate a lack of attention to replacement intervals. An inspection of the wheel alignment is necessary to ensure the edge wear mentioned is not caused by faulty suspension bushes or geometry issues.