2019 KIA Picanto 1.0L Petrol · SV19 UNE

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding mechanical wear despite the low mileage. The most recent test in October 2025 at 19,185 miles flagged three separate issues including an insecure battery, pitted front brake discs, and a worn rear suspension arm bush. While the car passed, the persistence of these faults across multiple years suggests that the previous owner was addressing only the minimum requirements to pass the MOT test rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At seven years old, the recorded mileage of 19,185 miles is exceptionally low, averaging only approximately 2,740 miles per year. This low usage explains the specific type of degradation seen in the records. For instance, the October 2022 test at 11,779 miles showed all four tyres flagged for perishing and cracking, which is a classic symptom of a vehicle that sits for long periods without being driven. The rubber dries out due to age rather than tread wear, leading to the sidewall damage noted by the tester. A buyer should closely inspect the front suspension and braking system. The record shows a recurring pattern of worn suspension arm pins and bushes appearing from 2024 and 2025, with the rear arm bush also appearing in the latest test. Furthermore, the front brake discs have been flagged as pitted or scored since at least 2023. Because the car is driven so infrequently, these components likely suffer from surface corrosion rather than friction from use. The battery also needs to be properly secured to prevent vibration damage, as this was noted in the two most recent inspections.