2023 KIA Picanto 1.0L Petrol · KD23 HHN
2023 KIA Picanto (1.0L, petrol). First registered 31 May 2023. Recorded mileage 7,848 miles. MOT valid until 29 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA PICANTO
- Year / Origin
- 2023 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 7,848 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KD23 HHN Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/05/2026
- 7,848 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KD23 HHN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2023 Kia Picanto (KD23 HHN) between May 2026 and May 2026.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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Known faults for Kia Picanto (Gen 3 / JA)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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