2011 KIA Picanto 1.2L Petrol · GJ61 YLA
2011 KIA Picanto (1.2L, petrol). First registered 19 Oct 2011. Recorded mileage 46,088 miles. MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA PICANTO
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 46,088 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GJ61 YLA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/09/2026
- 46,088 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GJ61 YLA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Kia Picanto (GJ61 YLA) between September 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
GJ61 YLA Mileage History
- 23/09/202236,816 mi
- 19/09/202339,129 mi+2,313 mi
- 10/09/202441,880 mi+2,751 mi
- 19/09/202544,064 mi+2,184 mi
- 14/09/202646,088 mi+2,024 mi
Average of roughly 2,333 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Picanto (Gen 1)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Clutch cable and clutch wearModerate
Frequent town use and learner abuse wear the clutch quickly, and stretched clutch cables can make gear selection or bite point feel inconsistent.
- Front spring and top-mount failuresModerate
Corrosion and potholes crack front springs and wear top mounts, a common MOT issue on older UK Picantos that can leave the front end noisy and unsettled.
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