2021 KIA Picanto 1.0L Petrol · WL21 LLZ
2021 KIA Picanto (1.0L, petrol). First registered 26 Jul 2021. Recorded mileage 34,688 miles. MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA PICANTO
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Truro
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 34,688 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WL21 LLZ Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/04/2026
- 34,688 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WL21 LLZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Kia Picanto (WL21 LLZ) between July 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
WL21 LLZ Mileage History
- 20/07/202421,814 mi
- 14/04/202524,647 mi+2,833 mi
- 08/04/202634,688 mi+10,041 mi
Average of roughly 7,500 miles per year across 3 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: Excellent
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