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AV59 MKJ

2009 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

56,370 mi
Last recorded56,370 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Picanto41,564 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 MKJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 56,370 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2025 56,369 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 49,609 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 47,545 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Possibly wheel cylinder under full pressure (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Box joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 44,889 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2022 44,889 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 43,161 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 40,731 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 38,967 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2019 38,967 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 34,643 miles

Nearside Front tyre is worn smooth at the inside edge

Offside Front tyre is worn smooth at the inside edge

Pass 18 Sep 2017 31,525 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 28,097 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 24,678 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 24,678 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 20,492 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 16,970 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 13,903 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 13,901 miles

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

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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AV59 MKJ is a 2009 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 AV59 MKJ, 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

How do I check the history of AV59 MKJ?

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What year was AV59 MKJ registered?

AV59 MKJ is a 2009 Kia Picanto, first registered on 16 October 2009.

Is AV59 MKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV59 MKJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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