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AP12 GKO

2012 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

64,863 mi
Last recorded64,863 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Picanto43,070 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 GKO
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 64,863 miles

front bumper loose in the corners but is secure

Pass 8 Apr 2025 63,980 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside dtrl inop

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 62,789 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 60,071 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Apr 2023 60,071 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 59,139 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2022 59,139 miles

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2022 58,939 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted Sharp bumper edge exposed. (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Inner wheel arch liner loose. (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides front brake discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides front brake pads. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked. (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides rear brake discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 52,902 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached corner loose broken away (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached corner loose (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 47,892 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 47,892 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side little to no effort (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 44,317 miles

Nearside Front Fog lamp unit damaged and not working

Fail 11 Jul 2018 44,317 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Fog lamp unit damaged and not working

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 41,295 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 35,554 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 28,531 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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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AP12 GKO is a 2012 Kia Picanto in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2012 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 43,070 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 AP12 GKO, 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 14 years old, this Kia Picanto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AP12 GKO registered?

AP12 GKO is a 2012 Kia Picanto, first registered on 19 July 2012.

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