Kia Picanto: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 5.9% of Kia Picanto MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2004, 2006 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 14,634 | 12.9% |
| 2005 | 28,421 | 11.9% |
| 2006 | 31,723 | 12.7% |
| 2007 | 20,552 | 11.5% |
| 2008 | 22,633 | 10.1% |
| 2009 | 88,166 | 10.3% |
| 2010 | 88,629 | 9.8% |
| 2011 | 70,425 | 8.9% |
| 2018 | 88,682 | 0.5% |
| 2019 | 73,192 | 0.4% |
Methodology & source. 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.