2010 KIA RIO 1.5L Diesel · ML60 YJB

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the most recent inspection data. The final MOT on 23 November 2022 at 66,853 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following an initial failure on the same day that was immediately rectified. Since that test, the vehicle has not undergone a formal inspection for three years, though the history indicates a consistent level of mechanical maintenance over the last three testing cycles. The mileage profile is notably low for a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,178 miles per year. The data shows significant stagnation in usage between November 2020 and November 2021, where the car covered only 657 miles in a year. While this low mileage suggests reduced wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of standing can lead to the degradation of rubber seals and fluid breakdown. The consistency of the mileage between late 2021 and 2022 confirms the vehicle has been driven very short distances in recent years. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity and rubber components, as the vehicle's age and low usage often mask accelerated corrosion or perished bushings. Because the MOT record is now three years out of date, there is no current data regarding the state of the brake discs, coil springs, or exhaust system. Inspect the chassis for surface rust and sills corrosion, which are common on vehicles of this era, and check the tyres for cracking in the sidewalls due to age despite potentially having tread depth.