2005 KIA RIO 1.4L Petrol · LD55 VBP

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness stands as good , but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend in suspension and brake components. The most recent test on 2026-06-18 was conducted on 2021-11-29 at 94,486 miles, which passed the test with no defects, indicating a stable condition prior to the failed entry. However, the sequence of failures from 2021-11-25 to 2020-11-25 demonstrates a worsening trend in suspension and braking systems, as the vehicle failed twice on the same test date with no defects recorded. This pattern suggests that basic upkeep was skipped or that the vehicle was driven in a way that accelerated wear on the suspension bushings and brake discs. The rapid mileage accumulation over the past three years, particularly the 1,088-mile gap between the 2021 and 2020 tests, indicates that the vehicle has experienced significant wear on these critical components. The mileage context is critical, as the vehicle is approximately 21 years old with only 94,486 recorded miles, representing roughly 4,500 miles per year. This low mileage is atypical for a 21-year-old car, which typically accumulates significantly more miles annually. The sparse data suggests that the vehicle has not undergone a full mileage test or that the mileage is unusually low, potentially due to light usage or long periods of standing. While the mileage itself is not the primary fault, the lack of a full test record for the 2020-11-25 entry means it is difficult to confirm if the vehicle was tested on a full 10,000-mile baseline. If the vehicle has been driven for many years, the absence of a full test implies that the vehicle may have been driven too slowly or for too long, leading to accelerated wear on the suspension and brakes. In conclusion, the buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and exhaust emissions to ensure the suspension and braking systems remain within safe limits. Given the history of a failed MOT on 2021-11-25, the vehicle requires a full MOT test on 2026-06-18 to verify that the suspension bushings and brake discs are still in acceptable condition. A buyer should also check for corrosion on the exhaust system and inspect the structural integrity of the chassis and exhaust piping, as these components are prone to failure over a 21-year lifespan. The vehicle is in a good state but is at risk of failure if the maintenance history is not fully documented or if the vehicle has been driven in a way that accelerated wear on the suspension and brakes.