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BN13 XJG

2013 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

44,344 mi
Last recorded44,344 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Picanto38,919 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN13 XJG
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 44,344 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 39,953 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 37,079 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 34,582 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge + heavily cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3mm remaining + cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge + heavily cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Jul 2023 34,582 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge + heavily cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3mm remaining + cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge + heavily cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 32,217 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 30,302 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2020 28,904 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Aug 2020 28,904 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 May 2019 25,245 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 25 May 2019 25,245 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 May 2018 20,531 miles

Offside Front daytime running light inop.

Pass 5 Jun 2017 17,105 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 17,105 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 May 2016 11,994 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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BN13 XJG is a 2013 Kia Picanto in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 38,919 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 BN13 XJG, 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 13 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 BN13 XJG?

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What year was BN13 XJG registered?

BN13 XJG is a 2013 Kia Picanto, first registered on 13 May 2013.

Is BN13 XJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN13 XJG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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