2015 KIA RIO 1.2L Petrol · PY15 AEZ

The vehicle presents a generally stable maintenance profile, having passed its most recent MOT on 30 June 2026 at 51,321 miles. While the car has maintained a consistent pass record, the latest inspection flagged a worn front suspension arm pin or bush. Although this did not result in excessive movement at the time of testing, it indicates the beginning of wear in the front-end components that will require monitoring. The mileage pattern suggests light annual usage, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per year over its eleven-year lifespan. A notable jump occurred between the July 2021 test at 23,072 miles and the July 2022 test at 33,250 miles, representing over 10,000 miles in a single year. Since that period, the vehicle has settled into a more consistent, lower-mileage usage pattern, with the most recent interval between July 2025 and June 2026 showing an increase of roughly 6,200 miles. The MOT history reveals a recurring pattern of tyre maintenance issues rather than serious mechanical failures. The tester noted nearside front and offside front tyres worn close to the legal limit in July 2020, a nearside rear tyre worn on the edge in July 2022, and cracking on both front tyres in July 2024. This trend suggests that while the vehicle is mechanically sound, the previous owners may have been reactive rather than proactive regarding consumable replacement. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension assembly to check for play in the bushes mentioned in the 2026 record. Given the history of uneven tyre wear, it is advisable to inspect the wheel alignment and check for any signs of uneven tread depletion on the current set. The vehicle appears to be in a good state of repair for its age, provided these minor consumable and suspension items are addressed.