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DF71 XEJ

2022 Kia Picanto

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,969 mi
Last recorded24,969 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2022 Kia Picanto17,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF71 XEJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2022
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 24,969 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2026 24,969 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 15,917 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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DF71 XEJ is a 2022 Kia Picanto in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2022 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 17,302 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 DF71 XEJ, 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 4 years old, this Kia Picanto is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DF71 XEJ?

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What year was DF71 XEJ registered?

DF71 XEJ is a 2022 Kia Picanto, first registered on 22 February 2022.

Is DF71 XEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF71 XEJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF71 XEJ have outstanding finance?

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