2012 KIA RIO 1.2L Petrol · SW12 ACJ

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a successful MOT test in February 2026 at 104,650 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has consistently passed its inspections despite two recent failures. While the record shows a failure on February 16, 2026, just two days before the pass, the immediate resolution suggests a minor defect was identified and rectified quickly rather than indicating a deep-seated mechanical failure. At 14 years old, the recorded 104,650 miles represent an annual average of approximately 7,475 miles, which aligns with typical UK averages for an older small hatchback. The data shows consistent use over time, with roughly 10,000 miles covered between February 2024 and January 2025, and another 13,000 miles between January 2025 and February 2026. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which helps prevent seals from drying out and brake components from seizing. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the specific areas that caused the failures in 2024 and 2026. Since the provided record does not list the specific defects for those failures, the buyer must verify what items were replaced, such as specific light bulbs, tyres, or exhaust components. Given the vehicle's age and mileage, a thorough check of the structural integrity along the sills and wheel arches is essential to ensure corrosion has not progressed beyond surface level. Checking the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs will also confirm if the consistent mileage has led to significant wear on the chassis components.