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2017 KIA PICANTO1.0L Petrol

GL17 ACJ

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KIA PICANTO (2017, Petrol, 998cc) — mileage recorded at 65,375. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

MOT
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Expires 06/06/2026
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Fuel
Petrol
Year
2017
Engine
998cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle demonstrates a highly stable and positive maintenance trend, having secured clean passes in the three most recent annual inspections. The most recent test on 4 June 2025 at 65,375 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, confirming that the car remains in good roadworthy condition. The single failure recorded on 4 May 2023 at 51,341 miles appears to be a procedural or administrative anomaly, as the vehicle passed the same day with no defects noted, suggesting no underlying mechanical failure occurred at that time. The recorded mileage of 65,375 over nine years reflects a consistent usage pattern of approximately 7,264 miles per annum. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle has been in regular operation rather than sitting idle for extended periods, which is generally favourable for the longevity of seals, gaskets, and battery health. The jump in mileage from 34,924 in May 2022 to 51,341 in May 2023 represents a period of higher-than-average usage, yet this did not result in any flagged component wear or advisory items in subsequent tests. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the standard consumables that typically require attention at this mileage interval, such as the condition of the brake discs and pads, as well as the remaining tread depth on the tyres. Given the lack of advisories regarding suspension bushes, coil springs, or exhaust integrity throughout the history, the vehicle appears to have been driven with care. You should still verify the operation of all electrical systems and check for any signs of uneven tyre wear, which would indicate potential tracking misalignment not captured during the MOT process.

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58
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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 May 2026, 01:04
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle demonstrates a highly stable and positive maintenance trend, having secured clean passes in the three most recent annual inspections. The most recent test on 4 June 2025 at 65,375 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, confirming that the car remains in good roadworthy condition. The single failure recorded on 4 May 2023 at 51,341 miles appears to be a procedural or administrative anomaly, as the vehicle passed the same day with no defects noted, suggesting no underlying mechanical failure occurred at that time. The recorded mileage of 65,375 over nine years reflects a consistent usage pattern of approximately 7,264 miles per annum. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle has been in regular operation rather than sitting idle for extended periods, which is generally favourable for the longevity of seals, gaskets, and battery health. The jump in mileage from 34,924 in May 2022 to 51,341 in May 2023 represents a period of higher-than-average usage, yet this did not result in any flagged component wear or advisory items in subsequent tests. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the standard consumables that typically require attention at this mileage interval, such as the condition of the brake discs and pads, as well as the remaining tread depth on the tyres. Given the lack of advisories regarding suspension bushes, coil springs, or exhaust integrity throughout the history, the vehicle appears to have been driven with care. You should still verify the operation of all electrical systems and check for any signs of uneven tyre wear, which would indicate potential tracking misalignment not captured during the MOT process.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 2017, this Kia Picanto with plate GL17 ACJ has undergone 5 MOT inspections since May 2022.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 80% of its MOT tests, totaling 4 passes against 1 fails. This consistent performance at MOT centers suggests this vehicle has been kept in good order.

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