2009 KIA Picanto 1.0L Petrol · LL59 JXV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on its consistent history of passes. The most recent MOT test on 4 December 2025 at 75,883 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded despite an initial failure on the same day. This suggests a minor issue was rectified immediately to meet the retest standards. Since November 2022, the car has maintained a clean record without any recorded advisories or recurring mechanical failures. The mileage profile is notably low for a seventeen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,464 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual usage, moving from 43,677 miles in November 2022 to 64,618 miles in December 2024, and reaching 75,883 miles by the December 2025 test. This low-frequency operation typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, though it can lead to age-related degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown regardless of distance travelled. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to age rather than mileage-related wear. Given the clean history, the priority is checking for structural corrosion on the sills and suspension mounting points, which are common in older vehicles of this era. Inspect the suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for cracking or rot, as low-mileage cars often sit for extended periods. Verify the brake discs for signs of pitting or surface rust which can occur when a vehicle is not used frequently.