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BU63 VOB

2013 Kia Picanto

White Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,582 mi
Last recorded73,582 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Picanto38,919 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU63 VOB
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 73,582 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Front windscreen chipped but not affecting the drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2025 73,582 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Brake pipe excessively corroded (before flexi) (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Front windscreen chipped but not affecting the drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe excessively corroded (before flexi) (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 70,195 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 66,441 miles

Nearside Front sill damaged but no sharp edges

Offside Front Inner wheel arch cover missing

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 59,324 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 55,463 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 53,520 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2019 42,449 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2019 42,444 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2018 27,221 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 12,872 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 4,811 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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BU63 VOB is a 2013 Kia Picanto in White with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 BU63 VOB, 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 BU63 VOB?

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What year was BU63 VOB registered?

BU63 VOB is a 2013 Kia Picanto, first registered on 16 December 2013.

Is BU63 VOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU63 VOB 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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