2021 KIA Picanto 1.0L Petrol · SR70 ACV

The 2021 Kia Picanto is presently roadworthy, as the March 2026 MOT at 38,076 miles recorded no defects. After a failure in February 2024 that highlighted worn front suspension arm pins and bushes and a likely detached wish‑bone rear bush, the vehicle passed the subsequent March 2025 test at 31,283 miles and the March 2026 test with no recorded faults, indicating that the earlier issues have been rectified and the maintenance trend is stable and improving. The recorded mileage of 38,076 miles over roughly five years equates to an average of 7,615 miles per year, which is typical for the model’s age. Mileage rose from 28,756 miles in February 2024 to 31,283 miles in March 2025 (a gain of 2,527 miles in 13 months) and then to 38,076 miles in March 2026 (6,793 miles in the following 12 months), showing a marked increase in usage during the second year but remaining within normal limits for a five‑year‑old vehicle. The MOT history flags recurring suspension concerns: both the February 2024 failed and passed tests noted worn front suspension arm pins or bushes, with the failed entry also citing a wish‑bone rear bush that was excessively worn. These repeated advisories suggest that the suspension components have been subject to repeated stress and may still exhibit wear despite the recent clean test, warranting close inspection of the bushes, pins and any play in the front and rear suspension. A buyer should therefore examine the condition of the front and rear wish‑bone bushes, the integrity of the suspension arm pins and bushes for looseness or corrosion, check brake response for any binding or uneven wear, inspect the chassis and exhaust for structural rust, and verify that tyre tread and wiper blades are within serviceable limits, as these items represent the primary mechanical risks highlighted by the record.