2014 KIA Picanto 1.2L Petrol · ML64 AAY

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent test in November 2025 at 61,842 miles passed despite multiple advisories for worn tyres and a deteriorating offside front suspension arm bush. While the car consistently passes its inspections, the recurring nature of suspension and brake issues across several years suggests that components are only addressed once they approach point of failure or trigger an MOT advisory. At 61,842 miles, this twelve-year-old Kia Picanto shows low annual mileage, averaging approximately 5,154 miles per year. The usage pattern is relatively consistent with annual testing cycles from 2020 onwards, though there is a notable gap in records between May 2019 and November 2020 where the vehicle covered over 10,000 miles in eighteen months. This low-mileage profile can sometimes lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components and brake surfaces, which aligns with the frequent reports of pitted discs and worn bushes. A buyer must focus on the front suspension geometry, as the offside front suspension arm bush has been flagged as worn in four consecutive tests dating back to 2023. This persistent fault indicates an unaddressed component that may affect steering precision and cause uneven tyre wear. The braking system shows a history of thin pads and scored discs, alongside a failure in 2023 due to an inoperative parking brake and low efficiency. You should verify that the handbrake mechanism is fully seized and adjusted correctly. The tyre condition is another significant area of concern, with the 2025 test showing three tyres worn to the legal limit or on the edges. A previous failure in 2024 for exposed cords on the nearside rear tyre suggests the previous owner may have overlooked critical safety issues. Physical inspection of the current sidewalls for damage and a check of the alignment are essential to ensure the recurring edge wear is not caused by a misaligned suspension setup.