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YM18 XEB

2018 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

88,532 mi
Last recorded88,532 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Picanto23,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM18 XEB
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 88,532 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 72,997 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Aug 2025 72,997 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 57,929 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2024 57,928 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 45,887 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2023 45,886 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2022 31,789 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 26,875 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 26,875 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

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

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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YM18 XEB is a 2018 Kia Picanto in Blue 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 YM18 XEB, 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 YM18 XEB registered?

YM18 XEB is a 2018 Kia Picanto, first registered on 13 August 2018.

Is YM18 XEB safe to buy?

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