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AO09 FRX

2009 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

61,387 mi
Last recorded61,387 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2012
Typical for 2009 Kia Picanto41,564 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 FRX
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2012 61,387 miles

Prior to MOT test, both rear registration plate lights were inoperative & 2 new bulbs fitted to correct operation.

Prior to MOT test, the near side head light was raised & the offside lowered to within pass peramiters.

near side front tyre tread starting to wear low.

near side outer CV boot had some grease on it - cleaned & inspected - unless a fine pin hole is present, no crack or hole could be seen.

windscreen has several stone chips present.

Fail 27 Mar 2012 60,988 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Prior to MOT test, both rear registration plate lights were inoperative & 2 new bulbs fitted to correct operation.

Prior to MOT test, the near side head light was raised & the offside lowered to within pass peramiters.

near side front tyre tread starting to wear low.

near side outer CV boot had some grease on it - cleaned & inspected - unless a fine pin hole is present, no crack or hole could be seen.

windscreen has several stone chips present.

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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AO09 FRX is a 2009 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO09 FRX, 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 AO09 FRX registered?

AO09 FRX is a 2009 Kia Picanto, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is AO09 FRX safe to buy?

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