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BU14 FYC

2014 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,239 mi
Last recorded57,239 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 Kia Picanto35,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU14 FYC
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2014
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 57,239 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 55,088 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 53,556 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2024 53,556 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 49,580 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 47,335 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin cant see properly how low due to rim cover and brake design (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 44,368 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2019 41,588 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 35,340 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Nov 2018 35,313 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 27,849 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 24,959 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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BU14 FYC is a 2014 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2014 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 35,216 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 BU14 FYC, 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 12 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 BU14 FYC?

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What year was BU14 FYC registered?

BU14 FYC is a 2014 Kia Picanto, first registered on 14 March 2014.

Is BU14 FYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU14 FYC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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