2022 KIA RIO 1.2L Petrol · LT22 NBJ

The vehicle currently presents a clean roadworthiness status with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT test conducted on 26 February 2026 at 26,594 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This indicates that the mechanical and safety concerns identified previously have been addressed, and the vehicle currently meets the minimum DVSA standards for road use. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use urban vehicle, averaging approximately 6,650 miles per year. Between the March 2025 and the February 2026 tests, the car covered 4,414 miles, suggesting regular but light usage. This relatively low annual mileage implies that wear on heavy-duty components such as suspension bushes, brake discs, and drivetrain assemblies should be minimal compared to higher-mileage examples of the same age. The only recorded failure occurred back on 03 March 2025 at 22,180 miles due to a deep cut in the nearside front tyre reaching the cords. While this was a straightforward consumable issue that was rectified before the subsequent retest, a buyer should still physically inspect the remaining tyres for signs of impact damage or uneven wear. Given the low mileage, the focus during a physical inspection should remain on checking for any corrosion or brake seizing, which can sometimes occur if a vehicle sits for long periods between uses.