2007 KIA Picanto 1.1L Petrol · RK07 AGZ

The vehicle’s most recent MOT entry is dated 2022‑05‑15 at 50,973 miles, recorded as a PASS despite a concurrent FAIL noting an oil leak and exhaust‑related emissions issue. This mixed outcome marks the latest test as over four years old, placing the MOT well beyond the typical six‑month freshness window for a reliable roadworthiness assessment. The history shows a pattern of improvement through 2017‑2021, followed by a resurgence of failures in 2022, indicating an unstable maintenance trend rather than a steady resolution of defects. Mileage accumulation averages roughly 2,683 miles per year since first registration, a low figure for a 2007 model. The first recorded test in 2012 was at 22,274 miles, and the vehicle has added only about 28,700 miles over the subsequent decade, suggesting periods of minimal use or storage. The record is otherwise sparse, with no MOT entries after May 2022, leaving a gap of more than four years without official inspection data. A prospective buyer should prioritise a hands‑on inspection of the components that recur in the MOT narrative. The front Macpherson strut upper attachments show slight movement in multiple tests (2015‑2014), flagging potential suspension bush wear that warrants close visual and ride‑height checks. Brake system concerns dominate the log: front pads recorded less than 1.5 mm thickness, discs exhibited pitting, and service brakes were noted as binding, fluctuating and only just meeting efficiency standards. The exhaust system presents a persistent issue, with major leaks and a centre/rear joint leak identified in 2019‑2022, plus an oil leak that, while not excessive, requires verification of oil condition and seal integrity. Lighting defects are also evident, including incorrect headlamp aim, non‑functioning side repeaters, and lens contamination, all of which should be tested for proper operation. Finally, tyre condition varies—cuts reaching ply, worn tread near legal limits, and sidewall perishing—necessitating a thorough visual and pressure check before purchase.