2015 KIA Picanto 1.0L Petrol · MV65 ESO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a clear trend of deferred maintenance regarding consumables and minor components. The most recent test in September 2025 at 30,867 miles resulted in a failure due to multiple tyre defects, headlamp misalignment, and brake pipe corrosion. While it passed the immediate re-test, the persistence of corroded brake pipes and distorted wheels across multiple years suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they threaten an MOT pass rather than performing proactive preventative care. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,800 miles per year. With a total recorded distance of 30,867 miles, there is a significant gap of 7,488 miles between the August 2024 and September 2025 tests, and another 8,211-mile gap in the preceding year. This low usage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the cracking and perishing tyres noted in 2024 and the exposed cords in 2025. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system, as corrosion on the brake pipes has been a recurring advisory since 2024 and remained a failure point in 2025. The history also shows distorted road wheels across multiple axles since 2023, which may indicate previous impacts or severe pothole damage that could affect wheel bearings over time. Furthermore, the suspension should be checked for signs of wear, given the fractured coil spring recorded in 2023, and the tyres should be inspected for sidewall rot despite the low mileage.