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HFZ 9278

2011 Kia Picanto 1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,153 mi
Last recorded53,153 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
4 checks still locked for this Kia
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFZ 9278
MakeKia
ModelPicanto 1
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2026 53,153 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 53,046 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 52,300 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 51,827 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 49,265 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 47,067 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 44,342 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Picanto 1?

Based on 8,460 MOT tests across 1,621 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
4,294
Miles/Year
1,621
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2
Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt 2
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HFZ 9278 is a 2011 Kia Picanto 1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Kia Picanto 1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HFZ 9278, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HFZ 9278 registered?

HFZ 9278 is a 2011 Kia Picanto 1, first registered on 31 October 2011.

Is HFZ 9278 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFZ 9278 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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