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2062 MU

2006 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,400 mi
Last recorded35,400 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Kia Picanto50,039 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration2062 MU
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 35,400 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 35,142 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 34,616 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 33,514 miles

Central Rear both rear coil spring corroded

Pass 25 Jan 2022 32,461 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

hand brake only just passed it may need repair or adjustment

Fail 25 Jan 2022 32,461 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

hand brake only just passed it may need repair or adjustment

Pass 11 Jan 2021 31,426 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 30,827 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2020 30,827 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction camshaft position sensor (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Service brake excessively binding both rear brakes (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre outer sidewall damage 165..60..14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold inner tyre tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 28,832 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 26,472 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 26,165 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 10 Jan 2017 26,165 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid topped up water (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 22,875 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 25,202 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 24,607 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 24,041 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 23,073 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 21,697 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 18,790 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 11,799 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Picanto?

Based on 2,626,043 MOT tests across 229,767 vehicles.

77.1%
Pass Rate
3,997
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
229,767
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,453
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28,710
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,450
position lamp(s) not working 19,223
parking brake recording little or no effort 18,423
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2062 MU is a 2006 Kia Picanto in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 50,039 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Picanto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 41,453 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 2062 MU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Picanto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Kia Picanto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 2062 MU registered?

2062 MU is a 2006 Kia Picanto, first registered on 11 February 2006.

Is 2062 MU safe to buy?

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