2017 KIA Picanto 1.2L Petrol · RA17 FHP

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward consumable wear-related issues. While the car passed its most recent test in August 2025 at 50,724 miles, the previously clean record of three years has been interrupted by recurring tyre degradation. The progression from a single offside rear tyre defect to multiple affected tyres across the last two tests suggests that the rubber is perishing due to age and low use rather than tread depth exhaustion. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. Between August 2021 and August 2025, the car covered only 8,444 miles, indicating a pattern of short-distance trips. This low mileage typically places less strain on the drivetrain, engine, and suspension components, but it also increases the risk of dry rot in rubber components like seals and tyres, which is evident in the MOT 2024 and 2025 records. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of all four tyres, as the recurring cracking and perishing noted in the latest MOT tests indicate the rubber is reaching the end of its structural life regardless of remaining tread. Because the vehicle sits for long periods, it is also necessary to check for brake disc corrosion and seized calipers which often occur on low-mileage cars. The history shows no structural corrosion or mechanical mechanical failures, suggesting the core integrity of the Picanto remains well-preserved.