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AP17 KDZ

2017 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,919 mi
Last recorded51,919 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2017 Kia Picanto26,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP17 KDZ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 51,919 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (lipped) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 25 Apr 2026 51,914 miles

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (lipped) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

tpms light on

Pass 29 Mar 2025 42,425 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2024 38,820 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S/F and O/S/F brake discs slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 37,575 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2022 35,951 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 32,836 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing and cracking, small cuts and stones embedded (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing and cracking, small cuts and stones embedded (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 25,709 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020

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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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AP17 KDZ is a 2017 Kia Picanto in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2017 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 26,028 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 AP17 KDZ, 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 9 years old, this Kia Picanto is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AP17 KDZ registered?

AP17 KDZ is a 2017 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 June 2017.

Is AP17 KDZ safe to buy?

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