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AF09 TNK

2009 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

35,476 mi
Last recorded35,476 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Picanto41,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 TNK
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 35,476 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 34,697 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 34,130 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2023 34,130 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 33,710 miles

brake pipes heavily greased unable to inspect

Pass 5 Jan 2022 33,209 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 32,319 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 31,507 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 30,560 miles

Nearside Front top suspension mount slight play

Pass 22 Jan 2018 29,489 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 28,133 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 27,149 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 26,148 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 23,417 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 22,025 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 18,077 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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AF09 TNK is a 2009 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 41,564 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 AF09 TNK, 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 17 years old, this Kia Picanto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF09 TNK?

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What year was AF09 TNK registered?

AF09 TNK is a 2009 Kia Picanto, first registered on 12 March 2009.

Is AF09 TNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 TNK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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