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BJ61 RFX

2011 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,430 mi
Last recorded20,430 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Picanto43,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ61 RFX
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 20,430 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 15,854 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower arm (rear bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 14,990 miles

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

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 14,728 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 30 Nov 2022 14,728 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 14,413 miles

Chassis and suspension components showing superficial corrosion

Pass 9 Nov 2020 13,891 miles

Central Front Upper Rear view mirror is slightly loose

Nearside Front Wiper blade is slightly smearing on the windscreen

Offside Front Wiper blade is slightly smearing on the windscreen

Pass 2 Dec 2019 13,212 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 12,097 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has some cracking/perishing on outer tread edge

Pass 29 Nov 2017 11,040 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 9,879 miles

Both front and rear tyres perished

Pass 16 Nov 2015 8,578 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 6,629 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 6,629 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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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BJ61 RFX is a 2011 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 43,762 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 BJ61 RFX, 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 15 years old, this Kia Picanto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ61 RFX registered?

BJ61 RFX is a 2011 Kia Picanto, first registered on 7 December 2011.

Is BJ61 RFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ61 RFX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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