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2007 KIA Picanto 1.1L Petrol · GJ07 AEF

GJ07 AEF

2007 KIA Picanto (1.1L, petrol). First registered 03 Mar 2007. Recorded mileage 34,509 miles. MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
KIA PICANTO
Year / Origin
2007 · Maidstone
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 20 Mar 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
34,509 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.1L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 20 Mar 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2007
Engine
1086cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 17 March 2026 at 34,509 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of passing tests over the last three years, suggesting the car remains in a mechanically sound state for its age. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 2007 model, averaging roughly 1,816 miles per year. Between 21 March 2024 and 17 March 2026, the odometer increased by only 1,477 miles. Such low usage often indicates the vehicle has spent significant periods stationary. While this limits wear on the drivetrain and engine, long periods of inactivity can lead to different issues, such as perished rubber components or seized calipers. The MOT history is unusually clean, showing no recorded defects or advisories across several years. The failures on 7 March 2024 and 17 March 2025 were resolved almost immediately, though the record lacks specific detail on what caused those initial failures. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on areas typically affected by low mileage and age. Check for tyre flat-spots, perished suspension bushes, and any signs of corrosion on the underbody or sills. Verify the condition of the brake discs for surface rust and ensure the battery holds a strong charge. Given the lack of reported faults in the DVSA data, the primary risk is not recurring mechanical failure but rather the degradation of consumables that deteriorate over time regardless of mileage.
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GJ07 AEF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2026
  • 34,509 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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GJ07 AEF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 19 Oct 2026, 11:53
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Kia Picanto (GJ07 AEF) between March 2024 and March 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 17 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

GJ07 AEF Mileage History

  1. 07/03/202433,016 mi
  2. 21/03/202433,032 mi+16 mi
  3. 17/03/202533,988 mi+956 mi
  4. 20/03/202533,993 mi+5 mi
  5. 17/03/202634,509 mi+516 mi

Average of roughly 737 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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