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BG12 OTJ

2012 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,268 mi
Last recorded12,268 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Picanto43,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 OTJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 12,268 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 11,408 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 10,762 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 10,431 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 9,576 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 8,910 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 8,115 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 7,121 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 5,970 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 4,696 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 3,503 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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BG12 OTJ is a 2012 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BG12 OTJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG12 OTJ?

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What year was BG12 OTJ registered?

BG12 OTJ is a 2012 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is BG12 OTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 OTJ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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