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AK63 KRO

2013 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,079 mi
Last recorded42,079 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Picanto38,919 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK63 KRO
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 42,079 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2025 36,049 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 26,298 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 17,781 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2023 17,779 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2022 10,696 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 10,452 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Showing deep cracks around outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Showing deep cracks around outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 10,337 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 10,252 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 10,252 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 10,106 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 9,976 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 9,976 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 8,647 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 8,647 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2016 6,878 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
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AK63 KRO is a 2013 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2013 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 38,919 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK63 KRO, 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 13 years old, this Kia Picanto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK63 KRO registered?

AK63 KRO is a 2013 Kia Picanto, first registered on 23 November 2013.

Is AK63 KRO safe to buy?

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