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AP12 KVV

2012 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

37,909 mi
Last recorded37,909 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2019
Typical for 2012 Kia Picanto43,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 KVV
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2019 37,909 miles

handbrake lever close to having no reserve travel

lever on offside rear calliper not returning fully and noisy when operating

Pass 18 Jul 2018 32,375 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2018 32,363 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/60/14h (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 26,821 miles

n/s/f tyre worn to 2mm on edges [165/60/14h]

Fail 17 Jul 2017 26,821 miles

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

n/s/f tyre worn to 2mm on edges [165/60/14h]

Pass 19 Jul 2016 20,623 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 16,885 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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AP12 KVV is a 2012 Kia Picanto in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KVV, 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 KVV registered?

AP12 KVV is a 2012 Kia Picanto, first registered on 16 August 2012.

Is AP12 KVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP12 KVV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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