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BV12 XCN

2012 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,352 mi
Last recorded35,352 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Picanto43,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 XCN
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 35,352 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate on retest lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 17 Feb 2026 35,299 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2025 33,359 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 30,264 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2024 30,264 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 25,435 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 21,520 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 20,585 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 19,808 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 17,896 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 15,835 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 13,466 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 11,166 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 7,806 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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BV12 XCN is a 2012 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 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 BV12 XCN, 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

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What year was BV12 XCN registered?

BV12 XCN is a 2012 Kia Picanto, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is BV12 XCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV12 XCN 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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