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KIA PICANTO2017 · 1.0L PETROL

MU02 ALF

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Free vehicle summary for MU02 ALF: 2017 KIA PICANTO (RED, PETROL). Mileage: 60,993. MOT: valid. Tax: taxed.

MOT
Valid
Expires 30/01/2027
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/06/2027
Fuel
PETROL
Year
2017
Engine
998cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its recent testing history. The most recent inspection conducted in January 2026 at 60,993 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the car currently meets all safety and emissions standards. This clean result follows a period of successful passes in the preceding years, suggesting that the owner has effectively addressed any minor issues before they could escalate into long-term mechanical failures. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year. Between January 2023 and January 2025, the car covered 9,221 miles, while the interval between January 2025 and January 2026 saw a further increase of 5,156 miles. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has been used for regular commutes rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which typically results in better condition for the drivetrain components and suspension bushings compared to low-mileage counterparts. While the recorded data shows no recurring mechanical defects, a physical inspection should still focus on common wear points for a Kia of this age. The failure in January 2024 at 49,107 miles was rectified immediately with a pass on the same day, implying a specific component required replacement to meet the standard. A buyer should verify the state of the brake discs for corrosion and check the underside for structural integrity and surface rust, as the consistent mileage does not rule out natural degradation of rubber components or the exhaust system over time.

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88
/ 100 · Good

Public record health check: Good.

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Live data last synced with DVSA: Jun 22, 2026, 02:57 PM
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its recent testing history. The most recent inspection conducted in January 2026 at 60,993 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the car currently meets all safety and emissions standards. This clean result follows a period of successful passes in the preceding years, suggesting that the owner has effectively addressed any minor issues before they could escalate into long-term mechanical failures. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year. Between January 2023 and January 2025, the car covered 9,221 miles, while the interval between January 2025 and January 2026 saw a further increase of 5,156 miles. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has been used for regular commutes rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which typically results in better condition for the drivetrain components and suspension bushings compared to low-mileage counterparts. While the recorded data shows no recurring mechanical defects, a physical inspection should still focus on common wear points for a Kia of this age. The failure in January 2024 at 49,107 miles was rectified immediately with a pass on the same day, implying a specific component required replacement to meet the standard. A buyer should verify the state of the brake discs for corrosion and check the underside for structural integrity and surface rust, as the consistent mileage does not rule out natural degradation of rubber components or the exhaust system over time.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 2017, this Kia Picanto with plate MU02 ALF has undergone 5 MOT inspections since January 2023.

Across its entire MOT history, this Kia has a 80% success rate (4 passes and 1 fails). The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 6 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 1 failure item has been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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