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AD06 TMX

2006 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

92,911 mi
Last recorded92,911 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 Kia Picanto50,039 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD06 TMX
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 92,911 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 87,840 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 83,427 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 71,147 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 63,443 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 63,443 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 57,844 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Sep 2013 50,386 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 50,386 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 43,861 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 43,861 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 36,339 miles

engine oil level low

no coolent in expansion tank

Pass 6 Aug 2010 30,162 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 30,162 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 20,784 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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AD06 TMX is a 2006 Kia Picanto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AD06 TMX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD06 TMX registered?

AD06 TMX is a 2006 Kia Picanto, first registered on 5 August 2006.

Is AD06 TMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD06 TMX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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