2014 KIA Picanto 1.0L Petrol · ML64 ACV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a period of mechanical inconsistency. The most recent MOT test on 25 September 2025 at 63,023 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded. This follows a clean pass in September 2024 at 55,279 miles, indicating that previous issues with braking systems and tyres have been addressed and the vehicle is currently maintaining a consistent standard of upkeep. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2014 model, averaging approximately 5,252 miles per year. The data shows steady, incremental growth, such as the 7,684-mile increase between the September 2024 and September 2025 tests. This low-use pattern suggests the car has not been subjected to heavy long-distance motorway driving, though the relatively low annual mileage means it may have spent periods stationary, which can occasionally impact rubber components and seals. Historical data reveals a trend of recurring braking issues between 2021 and 2023. The tester flagged parking brake efficiency failures and inoperative offside rear parking brakes in both September 2021 and September 2022. Subsequent tests in 2023 and 2024 noted thinning brake pads. While the 2025 result shows these issues are resolved, a buyer should still verify the current operation of the handbrake and the thickness of the brake pads and discs during a physical inspection. The record also shows intermittent tyre issues, specifically a failing offside rear tyre in 2022 and cracking on a nearside front tyre in 2020. Although the recent tests show no tyre advisories, the history suggests the owner should check the remaining tread depth and look for signs of sidewall perishing or uneven wear. No structural corrosion or suspension component failures appear in this record, making the braking system and tyre condition the primary areas for manual verification.