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YG18 UCM

2018 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

76,875 mi
Last recorded76,875 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Picanto23,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG18 UCM
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 76,875 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view wiper marks (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2026 76,875 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Daytime running lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view wiper marks (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2025 68,727 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2025 68,727 miles

Offside Daytime running lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 58,160 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 47,406 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 38,061 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 38,061 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 30,229 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 30,229 miles

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

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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YG18 UCM is a 2018 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2018 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 23,396 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 YG18 UCM, 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 8 years old, this Kia Picanto is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YG18 UCM registered?

YG18 UCM is a 2018 Kia Picanto, first registered on 31 March 2018.

Is YG18 UCM safe to buy?

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Does YG18 UCM have outstanding finance?

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