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BK59 SFX

2009 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

93,940 mi
Last recorded93,940 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2018
Typical for 2009 Kia Picanto41,564 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 SFX
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2018 93,940 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 93,940 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 82,016 miles

oil leak fitter exc corrsion

Fail 20 Feb 2017 82,005 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported front mounting broken (7.1.1)

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

oil leak fitter exc corrsion

Pass 17 Feb 2016 71,481 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 71,480 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 62,001 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 54,754 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 47,990 miles

front exhaust hanger broken

Fail 24 Sep 2013 47,990 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front exhaust hanger broken

Pass 27 Sep 2012 28,870 miles

both rear tyres cracking in tread

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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BK59 SFX is a 2009 Kia Picanto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BK59 SFX, 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 BK59 SFX registered?

BK59 SFX is a 2009 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is BK59 SFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK59 SFX shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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