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A26 TRR

2017 Kia Picanto

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

40,593 mi
Last recorded40,593 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Kia Picanto26,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA26 TRR
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 40,593 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2025 40,590 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 36,126 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2024 36,126 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2024 35,020 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

TPMS light on dash

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 May 2024 35,020 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

TPMS light on dash

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 31,672 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 28,020 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener hanging from interior mirror and phone mount in drivers line of vision ()

TPMS warning light illuminated indicating incorrect tyre pressure/s

Pass 29 May 2021 21,507 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 May 2021 21,507 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Long cracks and worn on edge. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Long cracks and worn on both edges. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre 2 nails in separate places. ()

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 17,254 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 16 Jun 2020 17,254 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

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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A26 TRR is a 2017 Kia Picanto in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2017 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 26,028 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 A26 TRR, 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 9 years old, this Kia Picanto is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A26 TRR registered?

A26 TRR is a 2017 Kia Picanto, first registered on 17 July 2017.

Is A26 TRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A26 TRR shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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