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Kia Picanto

Black · Petrol · 2018 · 998 cc

K18 KAUMOT history

K18 KAU is a black petrol Kia Picanto first used on 13 Jan 2018. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jul 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 51,804 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

K18 KAU black Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jul 2027
Mileage
51,804 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,722 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 KAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
13 Jan 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 KAU was last recorded at 51,804 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 9,819 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
41,985 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
9,819 miles
Average per year
6,722 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,804 miles
  • 2025 – 41,985 miles
  • 2024 – 35,164 miles
  • 2023 – 28,898 miles
  • 2022 – 24,631 miles
  • 2021 – 18,511 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,804 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 5 Jul 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    51,804 miles
    Test number
    736419891170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail51,804 miles (+9,819)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,804 miles
    Test number
    279925467597
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass41,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    41,985 miles
    Test number
    116782220678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail41,983 miles (+6,819)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,983 miles
    Test number
    854951060226
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  5. Pass35,164 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    35,164 miles
    Test number
    231448404176
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail35,164 miles (+6,266)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,164 miles
    Test number
    813420395511
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass28,898 miles (+4,267)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    28,898 miles
    Test number
    816916511725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass24,631 miles (+6,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    24,631 miles
    Test number
    580747760561
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass18,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    18,511 miles
    Test number
    832721220861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K18 KAU

Does K18 KAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 KAU is valid until 4 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 KAU?
The MOT on K18 KAU is valid until 4 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 KAU done?
K18 KAU was recorded at 51,804 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 6,722 miles a year.
Has K18 KAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 KAU has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on K18 KAU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K18 KAU find?
K18 KAU passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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