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AO09 TWE

2009 Kia Picanto

Orange Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

35,246 mi
Last recorded35,246 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Picanto41,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 TWE
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 35,246 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 29,734 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2024 29,734 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 25,440 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 21,609 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2021 20,319 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 19,970 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 19,176 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 18,098 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 17,423 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 May 2016 16,569 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 15,806 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 14,476 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 23 May 2013 11,543 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 9,369 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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AO09 TWE is a 2009 Kia Picanto in Orange with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AO09 TWE, 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 AO09 TWE registered?

AO09 TWE is a 2009 Kia Picanto, first registered on 28 May 2009.

Is AO09 TWE safe to buy?

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