2014 KIA Picanto 1.0L Petrol · YD64 ODY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a consistent pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 31,507 miles was a pass, it followed a failure just three days prior due to critical rear inner brake pads and poor parking brake efficiency. The trend shows mechanical stability in terms of the vehicle remaining roadlegal, but the recurring failures related to braking components and tyres suggest that the owner only addresses faults once they reach the point of legal non-compliance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,600 miles per year. This low usage pattern is evident in the progression from 22,478 miles in October 2023 to 31,507 miles in September 2025. However, this low mileage explains the accelerated degradation of rubber components. The record shows multiple failures for tyre cracking, perishing, and exposed cords across all four tests, indicating that the tyres are wearing out due to age and long periods of standing rather than simple tread wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and rubber components. The history flags persistent issues with corroded brake pipes, pitted discs, and thinning pads across both 2023 and 2024. You should check for any weeping at the rear brake hoses and ensure the parking brake mechanism is properly adjusted. Given the repeated failures for perishing tyres, inspect the sidewalls and inner surfaces of the current set for deep structural cracking, as these are common in low-mileage vehicles that remain stationary for extended periods.