2022 KIA RIO 3 Mhev 1.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · LJ22 ASH

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 15 November 2025 with no defects recorded. While the latest result is clean, the historical data from May and June 2025 indicates a period of concerning maintenance neglect, specifically a dangerous failure due to critically worn offside front inner brake pads. The subsequent pass suggests these immediate safety concerns were rectified, but the transition from a dangerous failure to a clean sheet within six months indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to vehicle upkeep. With a recorded mileage of 44,368 miles over approximately four years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 11,092 miles per year. This usage rate is considered typical for a modern hatchback and suggests a balanced mix of urban and motorway driving. At this mileage interval, the vehicle is entering a phase where primary consumables and wear-and-tear items, such as brake discs, suspension bushes, and tyres, typically require their first comprehensive replacement cycle. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the recurring advisories regarding inside edge tyre wear on the front axle. This pattern strongly suggests a misalignment of the tracking or potential wear in the steering rack or suspension components. During a test drive, listen for excessive road noise or a tendency for the vehicle to drift, and physically inspect the tread depth across the full width of the tyre to ensure the issue has been professionally corrected rather than simply masked by a tyre change. Given the previous dangerous failure for brake pad thickness, it is imperative to verify the service history to ensure that the brake discs were also inspected or replaced, as critically worn pads often score the disc surface. Check for any brake shudder during deceleration or a spongy pedal feel. Additionally, as this is a mild hybrid vehicle, ensure the 12V starter battery is holding a healthy charge and that the calendar-based service intervals for engine oil and filters have been strictly adhered to, regardless of the annual mileage.