2021 Kia Picanto Gt-Line S Isg — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,919 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Kia Picanto Gt-Line S Isg, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 90.3% 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 | 7.9% | 152 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.5% | 68 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.1% | 21 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.6% | 11 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.2% | 4 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.2% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 67 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 19 |
| 3 | Washers | 16 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 11 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 8 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 5 |
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 | 27.3% | 523 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.6% | 88 |
| 3 | Brakes | 3.8% | 72 |
| 4 | Other defects | 3.3% | 63 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.0% | 58 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.9% | 17 |
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 | 1,633 | 9.4% |
| 30-60k | 274 | 12.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 35 | 2.9% |
| 2024 | 941 | 10.3% |
| 2025 | 942 | 9.4% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Picanto Gt-Line S Isg
Before buying a 2021 Kia Picanto Gt-Line S Isg, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 7.9% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (7.9% 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 (3.5% 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 (1.1% 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 S Isgs pass their MOT?
90.3% of the 1,919 2021 Kia Picanto Gt-Line S Isg MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Kia Picanto Gt-Line S Isg?
Tyres, recorded in 7.9% of tests, followed by visibility (3.5%).
Does the 2021 Picanto Gt-Line S Isg get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.4% in the 0-30k band to 12.0% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,919 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.