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AP57 SWU

2007 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,139 mi
Last recorded113,139 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2023
Typical for 2007 Kia Picanto47,694 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP57 SWU
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2023 113,139 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Oct 2023 113,085 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 39,726 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 38,260 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 34,422 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 29,378 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 25,535 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 22,533 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 22,513 miles

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

centre exhaust bracket insecure but system fully supported

Pass 24 Sep 2012 19,166 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 15,832 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 10,475 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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AP57 SWU is a 2007 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2007 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 47,694 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 AP57 SWU, 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 19 years old, this Kia Picanto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AP57 SWU registered?

AP57 SWU is a 2007 Kia Picanto, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is AP57 SWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP57 SWU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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