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2014 KIA Picanto 1.0L Petrol · MA64 AAJ

MA64 AAJ

2014 KIA Picanto (1.0L, petrol). First registered 16 Sept 2014. Recorded mileage 75,422 miles. MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
KIA PICANTO
Year / Origin
2014 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 23 Sept 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
Recorded Mileage
75,422 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 23 Sept 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Mar 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2014
Engine
998cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2014 KIA PICANTO demonstrates stable roadworthiness based on its most recent MOT results. The September 2025 test at 75,422 miles confirmed no defects, aligning with the prior August 2025 test at 74,195 miles, which also passed. However, a notable inconsistency exists in the August 2024 records: a failed test at 61,996 miles was logged alongside a passing test at 61,997 miles on the same date, though neither entry listed defects. This suggests potential administrative error or a minor issue resolved between tests. Overall, the vehicle shows no recurring mechanical faults in the last 18 months, indicating consistent maintenance. The mileage progression reveals a pattern of irregular usage. From 51,472 miles in August 2023 to 61,997 miles in August 2024, the car accumulated 10,525 miles in 12 months, followed by 12,198 miles between August 2024 and August 2025. This rapid increase raises concerns about accelerated wear on consumables like brake pads and suspension components. A significant 1,227-mile gap between the August 2025 and September 2025 tests may indicate periods of inactivity, which could affect battery health or brake system integrity. The MOT history lacks detailed defect reports, leaving gaps in assessing long-term wear trends. A buyer should prioritize inspecting the suspension system for worn bushes or coil springs, given the high mileage and irregular usage. Brake discs and calipers should be checked for corrosion or uneven wear, particularly after periods of inactivity. Structural rust is not flagged in the records, but the vehicle’s age and mileage warrant a thorough underbody inspection. The absence of advisories in recent tests is reassuring, though the 2024 failed MOT’s unresolved nature necessitates a pre-purchase inspection to confirm no latent issues persist.
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MA64 AAJ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/09/2025
  • 75,422 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
63
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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MA64 AAJ Mileage History

  1. 02/08/202351,472 mi
  2. 07/08/202461,996 mi+10,524 mi
  3. 07/08/202461,997 mi+1 mi
  4. 02/08/202574,195 mi+12,198 mi
  5. 25/09/202575,422 mi+1,227 mi

Average of roughly 11,147 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

MA64 AAJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 03:32
MOT Analysis

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 2014 Kia Picanto (MA64 AAJ) between August 2023 and September 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 25 September 2025 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: Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 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: “Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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