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RNZ 1889

2012 Kia Picanto 1

Blue Other 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,656 mi
Last recorded57,656 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
4 checks still locked for this Kia
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNZ 1889
MakeKia
ModelPicanto 1
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2025 57,656 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 52,221 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 49,782 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 47,456 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 44,914 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 41,774 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 37,928 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 35,632 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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RNZ 1889 is a 2012 Kia Picanto 1 in Blue with a 998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 RNZ 1889, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RNZ 1889 registered?

RNZ 1889 is a 2012 Kia Picanto 1, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is RNZ 1889 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNZ 1889 shows 8 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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