2007 KIA Picanto 1.0L Petrol · VX07 FZF

The vehicle has recently passed its MOT in April 2026 at 102,143 miles, following a failure at the same mileage on the same date. This indicates a stable, recurring maintenance issue rather than a worsening trend. The primary mechanical concerns involve the nearside rear suspension, specifically light misting of oil on the shock absorbers, and the wear on the rear brake discs and pads. The failure at 102,143 miles also noted the failure of the nearside position and stop lamps, suggesting minor electrical faults alongside the mechanical wear. The recorded mileage of 102,143 miles over 19 years suggests a relatively light usage pattern, averaging approximately 5,376 miles per year. The MOT history shows testing occurred twice in 2026 and twice in 2025, with a gap in testing between March 2024 and April 2025. The repeated tyre advisories on the offside front tyre and the nearside rear tyre suggest that basic preventative maintenance on consumables was not consistently applied by the previous owners. A buyer should inspect the suspension components closely, particularly the nearside rear shock absorbers, for signs of leaks or excessive wear. The brake system requires attention as the rear brake discs are noted as worn and pitted, and the pads are wearing thin. Furthermore, the history shows slight play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints, which should be checked for excessive movement. Finally, the tyres, particularly the offside front and nearside rear, require immediate assessment for cracking or perishing, as they were flagged as worn close to the legal limit during the 2025 tests.