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AJ57 SSZ

2007 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Dec 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,348 mi
Last recorded46,348 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Kia Picanto47,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 SSZ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 9 Dec 2025 46,348 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 45,896 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 45,798 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 45,715 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 45,500 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 45,339 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 45,135 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 44,102 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 41,947 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 38,047 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 34,259 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 29,626 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 25,222 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 23,450 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 18,893 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 14,315 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

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
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AJ57 SSZ is a 2007 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2007 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 47,694 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 AJ57 SSZ, 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 19 years old, this Kia Picanto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AJ57 SSZ?

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What year was AJ57 SSZ registered?

AJ57 SSZ is a 2007 Kia Picanto, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is AJ57 SSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ57 SSZ shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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