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AR19 ERK

2019 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,166 mi
Last recorded61,166 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2019 Kia Picanto20,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR19 ERK
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2019
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 61,166 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated / outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

tpms light on

Fail 23 Feb 2026 61,116 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated / outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

tpms light on

Pass 11 Feb 2025 57,328 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 48,668 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2024 48,668 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2023 40,733 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 34,509 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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AR19 ERK is a 2019 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2019 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 20,538 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 AR19 ERK, 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 7 years old, this Kia Picanto is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AR19 ERK?

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What year was AR19 ERK registered?

AR19 ERK is a 2019 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 June 2019.

Is AR19 ERK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR19 ERK 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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