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AV59 SXL

2009 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

69,500 mi
Last recorded69,500 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Picanto41,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 SXL
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 69,500 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 66,339 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 66,336 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 63,024 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2022 49,830 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Both rear tyres perished

Oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2021 39,361 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 33,928 miles

Both rear tyres perished/cracking

Fail 14 Jul 2020 33,928 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear tyres perished/cracking

Pass 2 Aug 2019 29,544 miles

Both rear tyres perished

Stone chips in windscreen

Fail 2 Aug 2019 29,541 miles

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

Both rear tyres perished

Stone chips in windscreen

Pass 3 Aug 2018 24,872 miles

all tyres deteriorating

Fail 3 Aug 2018 24,871 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

all tyres deteriorating

Pass 4 Aug 2017 21,734 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 20,448 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 20,448 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 17,984 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 15,440 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 13,002 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 10,587 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Oct 2012 10,587 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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 SXL is a 2009 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AV59 SXL, 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 SXL?

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What year was AV59 SXL registered?

AV59 SXL is a 2009 Kia Picanto, first registered on 27 October 2009.

Is AV59 SXL safe to buy?

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