2018 KIA Picanto 1.0L Petrol · HJ18 NTT
2018 KIA Picanto (1.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Jun 2018. Recorded mileage 48,783 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA PICANTO
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,783 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HJ18 NTT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/06/2026
- 48,783 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HJ18 NTT 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 2018 Kia Picanto (HJ18 NTT) between June 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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.
HJ18 NTT Mileage History
- 29/06/202222,863 mi
- 29/06/202329,188 mi+6,325 mi
- 27/06/202436,337 mi+7,149 mi
- 26/06/202542,357 mi+6,020 mi
- 18/06/202648,783 mi+6,426 mi
Average of roughly 6,529 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
This 2018 Kia Picanto with the 1.0-litre
With no MOT failures recorded across five consecutive tests, the mechanical evidence from DVSA records is positive for this Picanto. The advisories flagged in the 2026 test are worth examining in person before purchase. Both rear tyres were noted as worn close to the legal limit and showing damage or perishing, so budget for a pair of replacement tyres shortly after buying. The front and rear registration plates were also flagged as deteriorated but still legible, which is a minor cosmetic point but easy and cheap to resolve with new plates.
Beyond the MOT record, ask the seller for any service documentation they hold. A Kia Picanto of this age benefits from regular oil and filter changes every 12 months or 10,000 miles, and evidence of cambelt or timing chain attention (the 1.0-litre petrol uses a timing chain but should still have had periodic inspection) would be reassuring. Check that the previous keepers match the V5C logbook and confirm the mileage gap between the 2025 and 2026 tests, around 6,426 miles, is consistent with the seller's claimed usage. Given this is an 8-year-old car, expect normal wear items such as brake pads, discs, and possibly a clutch to be due within the next 12 to 24 months.
The 1.0-litre petrol Picanto is one of the most economical cars on UK roads, commonly returning 50 to 60 mpg in real-world driving according to owner reports, making it well suited to urban and commuter use. Road tax for a Euro 6-compliant 2018 Picanto falls into a low VED band, typically costing $35 per year after the first five-year rate has expired. Insurance is usually group 5 or lower for the 1.0 variant, placing it among the cheapest city cars to insure for a UK buyer.
Routine servicing is straightforward, with annual or 10,000-mile intervals and relatively low parts prices reflecting the Picanto's simple mechanicals. A typical interim service tends to sit in the $150-$200 range at an independent garage, with a full service around $250-$350. Tyres are an obvious near-term cost given the 2026 advisories, with a pair likely costing $120-$180 fitted. Overall estimated annual running costs, combining fuel, tax, insurance, and servicing, typically fall in the $1,200-$1,600 range depending on mileage and insurance profile.
Prioritise a close physical inspection of both rear tyres, as the 2026 MOT flagged perishing and wear close to the legal limit on both the nearside and offside sides. If the tyres have not been replaced since the June 2026 test, they may be approaching the point where they would fail outright at the next MOT, giving you useful negotiating leverage. Also inspect the front and rear number plates for cracking or fading, and check that all side repeaters illuminate correctly, as both repeaters were noted as discoloured in the 2025 test.
The 1.0-litre petrol engine is generally robust but look for common Picanto weak points during a road test, including any cloneness from the suspension cloneness, cloneness, or cloneness from the cloneness. Listen for cloneness from the timing chain area on start-up, check for oil leaks around the cam cover, and confirm the clutch feels smooth with no slipping on hill starts. For model-specific concerns, the Picanto's known MOT failure patterns are dominated by tyre, brake disc, and exhaust issues, so physically check disc lips, pad thickness, and the condition of the exhaust pipe and mounting rubbers. A test on uneven surfaces will reveal worn bushes, and a look underneath will show any cloneness from the exhaust or suspension components.
This HJ18NTT-registered Picanto has passed all five recorded MOT tests between June 2022 and June 2026 without any failures, which is notably stronger than the 80.2% model pass rate recorded across 201,208 Picanto examples. Mileage has progressed steadily from 22,863 to 48,783 over four years, an average of around 6,480 miles per year against the model's 4,764-mile average. The 998cc petrol variant in blue is a common UK city-car configuration, and the only advisories noted relate to minor tyre wear and number plate presentation.
The Kia Picanto shows a strong aggregate MOT pass rate of 80.2% across over 200,000 examples analysed, placing it among the more reliable small cars on UK roads, with tyre, exhaust, and brake disc issues being the most common failure triggers.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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