2012 KIA Picanto 1.2L Petrol · DV12 ABN

This vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent record of passing its MOT tests. The most recent inspection on 15 October 2025 at 83,191 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a similar trend from the previous three years, indicating a vehicle that is maintained to a standard that consistently meets minimum legal requirements. The mileage is notably low for a 14 year old car, averaging roughly 5,942 miles per year. The distance covered between tests has remained steady, with 3,957 miles added between October 2024 and October 2025, and 4,090 miles added between October 2023 and October 2024. This linear progression suggests regular, light use rather than long periods of standing, which typically reduces the risk of perished seals or seized brake calipers. The MOT history is exceptionally clean, lacking any recorded advisories for suspension bushes, brake disc corrosion, or exhaust emissions over the last five years. A failure on 3 October 2023 was resolved the following day at the same mileage, though the record does not specify the defect. This rapid turnaround suggests the owner prioritised immediate rectification of the issue. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on areas the MOT tester may overlook, specifically the condition of the rubber components and tyre ages. Low-mileage vehicles often require new tyres and wiper blades due to age-related cracking rather than tread wear. Checking for structural corrosion on the underbody is also advisable, as the absence of MOT-flagged rust does not guarantee the absence of surface oxidation on a vehicle of this vintage.