2021 Kia Picanto Gt-Line Isg — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,135 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Kia Picanto Gt-Line Isg, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 90.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.3% | 83 |
| 2 | Visibility | 4.3% | 49 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 17 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.7% | 8 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.4% | 5 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 45 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 16 |
| 3 | Washers | 14 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 9 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 5 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 4 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 27.1% | 308 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.9% | 44 |
| 3 | Other defects | 3.5% | 40 |
| 4 | Suspension | 3.4% | 39 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.3% | 26 |
| 6 | Steering | 1.0% | 11 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 959 | 9.3% |
| 30-60k | 172 | 8.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 538 | 7.6% |
| 2025 | 577 | 10.8% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Picanto Gt-Line Isg
Before buying a 2021 Kia Picanto Gt-Line Isg, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 7.3% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (7.3% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (4.3% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (1.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2021 Kia Picanto Gt-Line Isgs pass their MOT?
90.8% of the 1,135 2021 Kia Picanto Gt-Line Isg MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Kia Picanto Gt-Line Isg?
Tyres, recorded in 7.3% of tests, followed by visibility (4.3%).
Does the 2021 Picanto Gt-Line Isg get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.3% in the 0-30k band to 8.7% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,135 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.