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Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg reliable? We analysed 4,791 real MOT tests across 2,458 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,791 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.1%
Typical Mileage
17,726mi
Annual Mileage
4,689mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg.

Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.7%
2023
87.5%
2022
88.1%
2021
86.4%
2020

Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 58
Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 50
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19
Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 19
Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 19

Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,747 mi/yr
Typical
4,689 mi/yr
Average
5,467 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,945 mi/yr

Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 728 89.7% 11,102 15,795 22,492
2022 1,421 87.5% 11,054 16,203 23,274
2021 2,263 88.1% 12,570 18,619 26,166
2020 228 86.4% 14,603 20,118 26,421

How Long Does a Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg Last?

Based on 2,458 Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.8 years
Median
3.0 years

Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
17,726 mi
75th Percentile
25,392 mi
95th Percentile
40,658 mi
Max Recorded
161,402 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2023

89.7% MOT pass rate from 728 tests

Year to avoid
2020

86.4% MOT pass rate from 228 tests

The best year to buy a used Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.7% across 728 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg THIS CAR 88.1% 4,791 17,726 mi — yrs
Kia Sportage 80.4% 2,634,551 53,679 mi 26 yrs
Kia Picanto 77.1% 2,626,043 39,084 mi 22 yrs
Kia Ceed 76.1% 1,665,385 60,630 mi 19 yrs
Porsche 911 Carrera S-a 95.2% 1,949 17,842 mi 14 yrs

Compared to the Kia Sportage (80.4% pass rate) and the Kia Picanto (77.1% pass rate), the Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg?

The Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.1% across 4,791 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg owner drives around 4,689 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg reliable?
Based on 4,791 MOT tests, the Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg has a 88.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg do per year?
The typical Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg does around 4,689 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kia Picanto Gt-line S Isg is 2023 with a 89.7% pass rate across 728 tests.