Kia Picanto GT-Line S Isg
From 1,256 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen and wiper blade defective. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 117 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 117 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 14 |
| wiper blade defective | 7 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 4 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 3 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 2 |
| a wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 78.6% of Picanto GT-Line S Isg failures are safety items (worn brakes, tyre damage, steering play). The car still drives, but you shouldn't. Only 0% are the kind that would actually strand you. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £71.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 88.6% | a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all Picanto GT-Line S Isgs tested had between 11,356 and 19,930 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 14,686 median miles, the Picanto GT-Line S Isg has 0.079 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Kia models
| Kia Sportage | 81% |
| Kia Picanto | 76.9% |
| Kia Ceed | 73.9% |
| Kia Rio | 74.7% |
| Kia Venga | 77.2% |
Common questions
What is the Kia Picanto GT-Line S Isg MOT pass rate?
The Kia Picanto GT-Line S Isg has a 88.4% MOT pass rate based on 1,256 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kia Picanto GT-Line S Isg?
The most common MOT failure on the Kia Picanto GT-Line S Isg is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 117 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
What is the typical mileage of a Kia Picanto GT-Line S Isg at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kia Picanto GT-Line S Isg is 14,686 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 11,356 and 19,930 miles.
Buying a used Picanto GT-Line S Isg?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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