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C12 SJR

2014 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

50,680 mi
Last recorded50,680 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 Kia Picanto35,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC12 SJR
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 50,680 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 47,036 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 44,309 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 41,095 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 36,879 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 32,188 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 28,850 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2020 28,850 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 24,039 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear wiper blade worn

Pass 7 Mar 2018 18,966 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 13,629 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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C12 SJR is a 2014 Kia Picanto in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 C12 SJR, 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 C12 SJR?

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What year was C12 SJR registered?

C12 SJR is a 2014 Kia Picanto, first registered on 29 March 2014.

Is C12 SJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C12 SJR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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