2013 KIA RIO 1.4L Diesel · SA63 VPJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative replacement. The most recent test in March 2026 at 117,084 miles passed, yet it highlighted recurring issues with the rear brake discs and thinning tyre tread. While the car avoided a failure since late 2022, the persistence of pitted and scored brake components across multiple years suggests that the owner only addresses these faults when they reach inspection limits or trigger an advisory. At 117,084 miles over 13 years, the Kia Rio averages approximately 9,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for an older hatchback. The data shows a significant increase in usage between December 2023 and March 2026, where the vehicle covered over 6,000 miles in just fifteen months. Conversely, the gap between December 2022 and January 2025 shows a period of lower activity, which often contributes to the accelerated corrosion of rubber components and brake disc surfaces seen in the record. A buyer must focus specifically on the rear braking system, as the tester has noted wear and pitting since at least 2022. The front suspension also remains a known point of concern, with arm bushes previously flagged in the 2022 failure and subsequent advisory; you should check for play in these components to ensure they have actually been replaced. Furthermore, the 2022 failure for a split CV boot and an SRS warning lamp indicates that critical electrical and drivetrain faults were previously overlooked, necessitating a thorough physical check of the airbag system and drive shaft boots for grease leaks.