KIA PICANTO (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 581 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests (2024)
581
Avg Mileage
18,487 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2022 KIA PICANTO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the KIA brand average of 86%.
At 2 years old, 94% of KIA PICANTOs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 581 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 18,487 miles.
How does the 2022 KIA PICANTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 KIA PICANTO has 18,487 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2022 KIA PICANTO cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
KIA PICANTO by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 94% | 581 | 18,487 mi |
| 2021 | 93% | 16,056 | 17,202 mi |
| 2020 | 92% | 14,782 | 20,924 mi |
| 2019 | 90% | 25,927 | 25,468 mi |
| 2018 | 90% | 26,080 | 31,324 mi |
| 2017 | 87% | 21,490 | 36,325 mi |
| 2016 | 84% | 20,561 | 40,782 mi |
| 2015 | 82% | 22,305 | 46,768 mi |
| 2014 | 81% | 24,343 | 52,546 mi |
| 2013 | 77% | 21,893 | 58,821 mi |
| 2012 | 75% | 23,459 | 64,866 mi |
| 2011 | 73% | 18,886 | 66,885 mi |
| 2010 | 72% | 23,578 | 67,207 mi |
| 2009 | 71% | 23,148 | 67,485 mi |
| 2008 | 69% | 6,046 | 74,547 mi |
| 2007 | 68% | 5,061 | 72,737 mi |
| 2006 | 66% | 7,605 | 73,767 mi |
| 2005 | 66% | 6,562 | 76,655 mi |
| 2004 | 69% | 3,217 | 77,908 mi |
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About the 2022 KIA PICANTO
The 2022 KIA PICANTO is a city car with a 998cc petrol engine. 581 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2022, the average MOT pass rate is 94%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 18,487 miles at 2 years old, KIA PICANTO owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2022 KIA PICANTO Fuel Costs
The modest 998cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2022 KIA PICANTO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
KIA PICANTO Reliability Trend
Newer KIA PICANTOs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 17 percentage points.
Alternatives to the 2022 KIA PICANTO
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2020) 91% pass rate (-3%) from 34,173 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2021) 94% pass rate (same) from 29,539 tests
- AUDI Q2 (2020) 94% pass rate (same) from 28,824 tests
- TOYOTA AYGO (2021) 95% pass rate (+1%) from 25,349 tests