2010 KIA RIO 1.4L Petrol · PE60 WNX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning pattern of mechanical neglect and safety failures. While it passed the most recent test in December 2025 at 88,643 miles, this followed a significant failure involving critical safety defects, including missing and loose wheel fixings. The presence of loose wheel bolts indicates a severe lack of basic pre-test inspection, as such faults could lead to immediate wheel detachment. The mileage is notably low for a 2010 vehicle, averaging approximately 5,540 miles per year over its 15-year lifespan. However, the data reveals a period of very low usage, with the car covering only 600 miles between November 2023 and November 2024. While low annual mileage often suggests less wear on the engine, long periods of standing stationary can lead to the degradation of rubber components and the seizing of mechanical parts, which appears to be reflected in the recent recurring suspension and brake-related failures. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The history shows repeated issues with suspension arm bushes, track rod ends, and ball joints, suggesting that components are being replaced reactively rather than proactively. Furthermore, the braking system has shown significant wear, with previous failures noted for worn discs and insufficient parking brake efficiency. The buyer should also ensure the electronic stability control system is functional, as a fault was flagged in 2024 and was not explicitly confirmed as rectified in subsequent records.