KIA PICANTO2012 · 1.0L Petrol

This 2012 Kia Picanto presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean bill of health in its most recent inspection. The test on 4 June 2025 at 86,509 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes over the last three years, suggesting the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that meets minimum legal requirements without lingering mechanical issues. The mileage is typical for a fourteen year old city car, averaging roughly 6,179 miles per year. The distance covered between the June 2023 test at 77,744 miles and the June 2025 test at 86,509 miles shows a steady usage pattern of approximately 4,380 miles per annum. There are no erratic jumps in mileage or suspicious gaps that would suggest periods of prolonged standing or sudden heavy commercial use. The MOT history is unusually sparse regarding technical failures. While the vehicle failed its tests on 12 June 2023 and 12 June 2024, the records show no specific defects listed for those failures. This often indicates administrative errors or very minor faults corrected instantly on site. The absence of recurring advisories for suspension bushes, brake disc corrosion, or exhaust leaks suggests a vehicle that has avoided the common degenerative issues associated with this age of Kia. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on areas the MOT tester may overlook, such as the condition of the gearbox oil and the state of the coolant. Given the lack of recorded faults, checking for structural rust on the underbody and chassis is the priority. Inspecting the tyre brands and tread depths will confirm if the current owner maintains a consistent service regime or merely performs the minimum work required to pass the annual test.