2018 KIA Picanto 1.2L Petrol · ET67 HKA

The 2018 Kia Picanto presents as roadworthy following its most recent test on 23 January 2026 at 31,630 miles, where it passed with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend across the available history is stable, with every annual examination either passing or failing on administrative grounds only and then clearing the same day. No advisories for suspension bushes, brake discs, corrosion, or exhaust emissions appear at any stage, which indicates no escalating mechanical concerns over the recorded period. Mileage sits low for an eight-year-old vehicle. The record shows 23,003 miles at the 2 February 2024 test, rising to 27,488 miles on 27 January 2025 and 31,630 miles by 23 January 2026. That equates to roughly 4,000 miles per year, confirming light use. The two same-day fail and pass pairs in February 2024 and January 2026, both with zero defects listed, point to documentation or registration errors at the testing station rather than owner-neglected repairs. Given the clean sheet across all tests, the buyer should still arrange a physical inspection of consumable items the MOT does not deeply measure between visits. Check tyre sidewall condition and tread depth, wiper blade wear, and fluid levels. Low annual mileage often means long idle periods, so assess battery health and look for perished rubber on suspension mounts or door seals. A visual check beneath the sills and subframe for early corrosion remains sensible on any UK car of this age, even though the tester logged none. The absence of brake or structural advisories suggests prior keepers maintained the car to test standard, but confirming binding calipers or worn coil springs through a road drive is prudent before purchase.