2004 KIA Picanto 1.1L Petrol · PE54 SFZ
2004 KIA Picanto (1.1L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 42,187 miles. MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- KIA PICANTO
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 42,187 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PE54 SFZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/12/2025
- 42,187 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PE54 SFZ 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 (PE54 SFZ) between October 2021 and December 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
PE54 SFZ Mileage History
- 29/10/202128,325 mi
- 17/10/202228,860 mi+535 mi
- 19/10/202331,380 mi+2,520 mi
- 18/11/202435,881 mi+4,501 mi
- 13/12/202542,187 mi+6,306 mi
Average of roughly 3,362 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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- 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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