KIA PICANTO EX12XWS has 16 MOTs

Has MOT
Has Tax
Book Your Next MOT Check Vehicle History
Did you know EX12XWS may have a hidden past…
Uncover more about this KIA PICANTO like crash damage or finance. Click here to get your enhanced vehicle report.
Discover more about this KIA PICANTO that an MOT won't tell you. Leave no car unchecked - and save 20% when you check and compare your top three. Click here to get your enhanced vehicle report.
Powered by carVertical Logo
Use code MOT for your 20% DISCOUNT!
Book an MOT for EX12XWS in seconds…
The MOT for this KIA PICANTO expires in 9 months. Get prepared by booking your next MOT now! Click here to make your booking.
Powered by BookMyGarage

This 2012 KIA PICANTO has Passed 12 MOTs and Failed 4 times since 2015

The most recent MOT was PASSED at 76,261 miles 3 months ago on Friday 13th March 2026 at 14:06.

The current MOT will expire in 9 months on Wednesday 17th March 2027.

The current Tax will expire in 2 months on Saturday 1st August 2026.

EX12XWS MOT History

ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage
PASSED17TH MARCH 202776,261 MI
PASSED13TH MARCH 202517TH MARCH 202674,261 MI
PASSED18TH MARCH 202417TH MARCH 202571,228 MI
PASSED28TH FEBRUARY 20231ST MARCH 202466,369 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Upper Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Upper Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
FAILED28TH FEBRUARY 202366,368 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Rear Brakes Imbalanced Across An Axle 42% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Upper Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Upper Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
PASSED24TH FEBRUARY 20221ST MARCH 202360,142 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
FAILED23RD FEBRUARY 202260,142 MI
 
  1. DANGEROUS - Offside Front Seat Belt Webbing Significantly Weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. MAJOR - Nearside Front Upper Anti-Roll Bar Ball Joint Dust Cover No Longer Prevents The Ingress Of Dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  5. MAJOR - Exhaust Carbon Monoxide Content After 2nd Fast Idle Exceeds Manufacturer's Specified Limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
PASSED17TH FEBRUARY 20211ST MARCH 202253,120 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Offside Front Seat Belt Webbing Slightly Damaged Or Frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
PASSED28TH FEBRUARY 20201ST MARCH 202147,417 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Offside Front Seat Belt Webbing Slightly Damaged Or Frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  2. MINOR - Nearside Front Upper Anti-Roll Bar Linkage Ball Joint Dust Cover Severely Deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  3. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material To Flexi Hose (1.1.11 (c))
  4. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material To Flexi Hose (1.1.11 (c))
PASSED28TH FEBRUARY 20191ST MARCH 202038,503 MI
 
  1. MINOR - Offside Registration Plate Lamp Inoperative In The Case Of Multiple Lamps Or Light Sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Inner Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Front Inner Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
PASSED28TH FEBRUARY 20181ST MARCH 201930,170 MI
PASSED1ST MARCH 20171ST MARCH 201821,525 MI
FAILED1ST MARCH 201721,525 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Offside Front Tyre Has A Cut In Excess Of The Requirements Deep Enough To Reach The Ply Or Cords Very Badly Worn& Bald On Edges (4.1.d.1a)
  2. FAIL - Offside Front Tyre Has A Cut In Excess Of The Requirements Deep Enough To Reach The Ply Or Cords Very Badly Worn & Bald On Edges (4.1.d.1a)
  3. FAIL - Nearside Rear Outer Tyre Has A Lump, Caused By Separation Or Partial Failure Of Its Structure Worn To Cord Lines & Bald (4.1.d.1b)
PASSED1ST MARCH 20161ST MARCH 201714,845 MI
FAILED29TH FEBRUARY 201614,845 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Offside Rear Rear Position Lamp(s) Incorrect Colour Showing White Light (1.1.a.3e)
  2. FAIL - Offside Rear Stop Lamp Emits Other Than A Steady Red Light Showing White Light (1.2.1e)
PASSED18TH FEBRUARY 20151ST MARCH 201611,240 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Front Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage

EX12XWS Passed/Failed

MOT Pass Rate: 75% | MOT Failure Rate: 25%

EX12XWS MOT Comments

Tip: Read our guide on What These Advisory Notes Mean…

EX12XWS Mileage

Last recorded mileage: 76,261 miles | Average yearly mileage: 5,447 miles

EX12XWS FAQs

This Kia Picanto with registration EX12XWS was manufactured on Thursday 1st March 2012 so it is currently 14 years old. Its colour is Silver and it has a 1 litre Petrol engine.

The odometer reading at the last MOT in 2026 was 76,261 miles, so this Kia has travelled an average of 5,447 miles per year in the time it has been on the road.

We have a total of 16 MOTs on record for this Kia Picanto beginning with its first recorded MOT in 2015. We can see 4 of these tests have been MOT failures - this means EX12XWS has a 75% MOT pass rate!

Over its lifetime, this Kia Picanto has had 18 Advisories, 0 PRS Notices, 2 Minor, 3 Major, 1 Dangerous and 5 Fail comments in its MOT History.

This Kia Picanto is currently Taxed and the Tax, or VED (Vehicle Excise Duty), is next due in 2 months on Saturday 1st August 2026 .

Does EX12XWS have an active MOT?

Yes, as of Wednesday 10th June 2026 EX12XWS does have an active MOT. Read more

Is EX12XWS Taxed?

Yes, as of Wednesday 10th June 2026 EX12XWS does have Tax. Read more

When does EX12XWS Tax expire?

The current Tax for EX12XWS will expire in 2 months on Saturday 1st August 2026. If you are purchasing this vehicle, remember that the vehicle Tax cannot be transferred and you will need to re-tax the vehicle. Read more

When does EX12XWS MOT expire?

The current MOT for EX12XWS will expire in 9 months on Wednesday 17th March 2027. Read more

When did EX12XWS have its most recent MOT?

The most recent MOT on record for EX12XWS was on Friday 13th March 2026 at 14:06. It Passed this MOT. Read more

How many times has EX12XWS Passed an MOT?

Out of a total of 16 MOTs on record for EX12XWS we can see 12 of these tests have been MOT Passes. Remember, digitised MOT records began in 2005 so MOT results prior to 2005 cannot be traced online. Read more

How many times has EX12XWS Failed an MOT?

Out of a total of 16 MOTs on record for EX12XWS we can see 4 of these tests have been MOT Failures. This means this vehicle has a 75% MOT pass rate! Read more

What Make and Model vehicle is EX12XWS?

EX12XWS is registered as a 2012 Kia Picanto. Read more

How many miles has EX12XWS done?

The odometer reading for EX12XWS at the last MOT in March 2026 was 76,261 miles. If the vehicle is still in use, it's likely the mileage has increased since then and up-to-date statistics will be provided at the next MOT. This vehicle has travelled an average of 5,447 miles per year. Read more

How old is EX12XWS?

The vehicle EX12XWS was manufactured in 2012 so it is currently 14 years old. It was first registered on Thursday 1st March 2012. Read more

What colour is EX12XWS?

The official colour of EX12XWS is recorded as Silver. Read more

What engine does EX12XWS have?

EX12XWS has a 1 litre Petrol engine. Read more

Your MOT Checks

Your previous searches will appear here.
Only you can see these.

Recent MOT Checks

EX12XWS MOT Check