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DXZ 4261

2012 Kia Picanto 1

Silver Other 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2025
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

84,083 mi
Last recorded84,083 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
4 checks still locked for this Kia
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDXZ 4261
MakeKia
ModelPicanto 1
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2025 84,083 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2024 72,742 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2024 72,731 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2024 72,719 miles
Fail 31 May 2024 72,687 miles
Pass 29 May 2023 62,044 miles
Fail 14 May 2023 62,039 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 54,492 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 37,972 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 33,366 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 27,853 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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DXZ 4261 is a 2012 Kia Picanto 1 in Silver with a 998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 DXZ 4261, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DXZ 4261?

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What year was DXZ 4261 registered?

DXZ 4261 is a 2012 Kia Picanto 1, first registered on 5 October 2012.

Is DXZ 4261 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DXZ 4261 shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DXZ 4261 have outstanding finance?

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