2020 KIA Picanto 1.2L Petrol · LL20 GZU
2020 KIA Picanto (1.2L, petrol). First registered 07 Aug 2020. Recorded mileage 24,962 miles. MOT valid until 05 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA PICANTO
- Year / Origin
- 2020 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 24,962 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LL20 GZU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/07/2026
- 24,962 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LL20 GZU 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 2020 Kia Picanto (LL20 GZU) between August 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
LL20 GZU Mileage History
- 03/08/202310,340 mi
- 02/08/202414,372 mi+4,032 mi
- 02/08/202414,372 mi
- 01/08/202518,669 mi+4,297 mi
- 31/07/202624,962 mi+6,293 mi
Average of roughly 4,886 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Picanto (Gen 3 / JA)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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