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AK59 UZU

2009 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

56,944 mi
Last recorded56,944 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 Kia Picanto41,564 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 UZU
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2024 56,944 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2024 56,944 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Sep 2023 53,161 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2023 53,161 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 50,656 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 47,495 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 47,495 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2020 45,586 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 42,022 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 35,507 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 29,209 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 24,499 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 22,844 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 19,856 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 16,514 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 16,514 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 12,743 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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AK59 UZU is a 2009 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AK59 UZU, 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.

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What year was AK59 UZU registered?

AK59 UZU is a 2009 Kia Picanto, first registered on 26 September 2009.

Is AK59 UZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK59 UZU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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