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SFZ 8973

2014 Kia Picanto 1

White Other 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,114 mi
Last recorded28,114 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
4 checks still locked for this Kia
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFZ 8973
MakeKia
ModelPicanto 1
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeOther
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 28,114 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 28,092 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 22,083 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 19,335 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 18,259 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 15,977 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 14,184 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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SFZ 8973 is a 2014 Kia Picanto 1 in White with a 998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SFZ 8973, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SFZ 8973?

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What year was SFZ 8973 registered?

SFZ 8973 is a 2014 Kia Picanto 1, first registered on 9 May 2014.

Is SFZ 8973 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFZ 8973 shows 7 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.

Does SFZ 8973 have outstanding finance?

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