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Kia Picanto

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,099 cc

S18 CSTMOT history

S18 CST is a silver petrol Kia Picanto first used on 6 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 51,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

S18 CST silver Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
51,286 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,042 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 CST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,099 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 CST was last recorded at 51,286 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,279 miles · 3 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,042 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,286 miles
  • 2024 – 47,922 miles
  • 2023 – 46,529 miles
  • 2022 – 42,639 miles
  • 2021 – 38,504 miles
  • 2019 – 38,495 miles
  • 2018 – 35,287 miles
  • 2017 – 34,389 miles
  • 2016 – 32,845 miles
  • 2015 – 31,575 miles
  • 2014 – 30,381 miles
  • 2013 – 28,724 miles
  • 2012 – 26,683 miles
  • 2011 – 24,893 miles
  • 2010 – 22,475 miles
  • 2009 – 19,346 miles
  • 2008 – 15,383 miles
  • 2007 – 12,616 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,286 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake fluid close to minimum mark

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both lenses deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,286 miles (+7)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    51,286 miles
    Test number
    742772442496
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Fail51,279 miles (+3,357)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,279 miles
    Test number
    581176916819
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass47,922 miles (+16)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    47,922 miles
    Test number
    693255144634
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail47,906 miles (+1,377)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,906 miles
    Test number
    834433045068
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens fogged (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens fogged (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass46,529 miles (+15)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    46,529 miles
    Test number
    745128860364
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both lenses deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail46,514 miles (+3,875)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,514 miles
    Test number
    686604245689
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both lenses deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass42,639 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    42,639 miles
    Test number
    674039672512
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail42,639 miles (+4,135)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,639 miles
    Test number
    377577162388
    • DangerousRear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass38,504 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    38,504 miles
    Test number
    797698184025
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass38,495 miles (+3,208)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    38,495 miles
    Test number
    134096168330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    35,287 miles
    Test number
    602603229691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail35,287 miles (+898)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,287 miles
    Test number
    569875227979
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Pass34,389 miles (+1,544)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    34,389 miles
    Test number
    794082047672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    32,845 miles
    Test number
    262079826336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail32,845 miles (+1,270)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,845 miles
    Test number
    300418858485
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass31,575 miles (+1,194)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    31,575 miles
    Test number
    651608231239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,381 miles (+1,657)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    30,381 miles
    Test number
    865741834259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,724 miles (+2,041)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    28,724 miles
    Test number
    706466943267
    • NoteEml light on

  19. Pass26,683 miles (+1,790)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    26,683 miles
    Test number
    179534942222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,893 miles (+2,418)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    24,893 miles
    Test number
    779794641295
    • NoteN/s sill damaged

  21. Pass22,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    22,475 miles
    Test number
    422941630236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail22,475 miles (+3,129)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,475 miles
    Test number
    403331630281
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass19,346 miles (+3,963)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    19,346 miles
    Test number
    410464649211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail15,383 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,383 miles
    Test number
    280785728229
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass15,383 miles (+2,767)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    15,383 miles
    Test number
    791705528204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass12,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    12,616 miles
    Test number
    652314137233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S18 CST

Does S18 CST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 CST is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 CST?
The MOT on S18 CST is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 CST done?
S18 CST was recorded at 51,286 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 2,042 miles a year.
Has S18 CST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 CST has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S18 CST 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 S18 CST find?
S18 CST passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective.

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