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AK09 VYF

2009 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,860 mi
Last recorded44,860 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2009 Kia Picanto41,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK09 VYF
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 44,860 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 39,228 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 25,749 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 15,283 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 15,283 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 12 Nov 2013 7,321 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 7,321 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 7,033 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 5,895 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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AK09 VYF is a 2009 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AK09 VYF, 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

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What year was AK09 VYF registered?

AK09 VYF is a 2009 Kia Picanto, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is AK09 VYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK09 VYF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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