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BJ59 YYC

2009 Kia Picanto

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

53,347 mi
Last recorded53,347 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Picanto41,564 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 YYC
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 53,347 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2025 50,773 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 47,173 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 21 Apr 2023 43,714 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2023 43,714 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 May 2022 39,875 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2022 39,875 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 17 May 2021 36,302 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 34,987 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 30,022 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 23,936 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 19,670 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 14,311 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 7,425 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)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 1,095 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 615 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 603 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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BJ59 YYC is a 2009 Kia Picanto in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BJ59 YYC, 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 BJ59 YYC registered?

BJ59 YYC is a 2009 Kia Picanto, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is BJ59 YYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ59 YYC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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