CarVerify

Free Car Check

AJ11 ZKG

2011 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1248cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

140,635 mi
Last recorded140,635 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Picanto43,762 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kia
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ11 ZKG
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 140,635 miles

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 135,479 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 129,537 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 125,263 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jun 2023 125,259 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 120,719 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 114,742 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Jun 2021 114,740 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid caliper (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 108,786 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four on upper tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 101,055 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin & brake discs worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 94,236 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 85,878 miles

Front Number plate damaged

Fail 11 Jul 2017 85,878 miles

Front Number plate damaged

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 74,722 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 74,722 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 65,180 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 16 Jul 2014 59,889 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Picanto?

Based on 2,626,043 MOT tests across 229,767 vehicles.

77.1%
Pass Rate
3,997
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
229,767
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,453
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28,710
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,450
position lamp(s) not working 19,223
parking brake recording little or no effort 18,423
Full Kia Picanto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AJ11 ZKG is a 2011 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2011 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 43,762 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Picanto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 41,453 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ11 ZKG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Picanto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 15 years old, this Kia Picanto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AJ11 ZKG?

You can check the full history of AJ11 ZKG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AJ11 ZKG registered?

AJ11 ZKG is a 2011 Kia Picanto, first registered on 20 July 2011.

Is AJ11 ZKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ11 ZKG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AJ11 ZKG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AJ11 ZKG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.