2004 KIA Picanto 1.1L Petrol · LW04 FOJ
2004 KIA Picanto (1.1L, petrol). First registered 08 Jul 2004. Recorded mileage 78,926 miles. MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA PICANTO
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Sidcup (South East London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,926 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LW04 FOJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/10/2026
- 78,926 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring windscreen items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LW04 FOJ 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 2004 Kia Picanto (LW04 FOJ) between July 2024 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))”.
LW04 FOJ Mileage History
- 18/07/202476,538 mi
- 23/07/202476,540 mi+2 mi
- 17/09/202577,744 mi+1,204 mi
- 17/09/202577,744 mi
- 21/10/202678,926 mi+1,182 mi
Average of roughly 1,057 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: Average
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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- 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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