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Kia Picanto

Red · Petrol · 2016 · 1,248 cc

T4 VMJMOT history

T4 VMJ is a red petrol Kia Picanto first used on 31 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 20,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
20,748 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 VMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 VMJ was last recorded at 20,748 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 1,490 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
19,258 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,490 miles
Average per year
1,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 20,748 miles
  • 2025 – 19,258 miles
  • 2024 – 17,730 miles
  • 2023 – 14,494 miles
  • 2022 – 11,941 miles
  • 2021 – 10,343 miles
  • 2020 – 8,772 miles
  • 2019 – 7,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass20,748 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 11 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass20,748 miles (+1,490)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    20,748 miles
    Test number
    781338357494
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass19,258 miles (+1,528)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    19,258 miles
    Test number
    863429935360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass17,730 miles (+3,236)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    17,730 miles
    Test number
    889085033486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass14,494 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    14,494 miles
    Test number
    346034678094
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail14,491 miles (+2,550)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,491 miles
    Test number
    420418488188
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass11,941 miles (+1,598)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    11,941 miles
    Test number
    458103244490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass10,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    10,343 miles
    Test number
    979837474620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail10,343 miles (+1,571)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,343 miles
    Test number
    579109014882
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass8,772 miles (+1,709)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    8,772 miles
    Test number
    841290878669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass7,063 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    7,063 miles
    Test number
    647945208719
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T4 VMJ

Does T4 VMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 VMJ is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 VMJ?
The MOT on T4 VMJ is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 VMJ done?
T4 VMJ was recorded at 20,748 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 1,945 miles a year.
Has T4 VMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 VMJ has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T4 VMJ 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 T4 VMJ find?
T4 VMJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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