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BV08 XFM

2008 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

32,613 mi
Last recorded32,613 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 XFM
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 32,613 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 29,992 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 27,372 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2024 27,372 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2023 23,666 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 23,666 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 22,009 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2022 22,009 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 19,517 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 18,323 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 17,694 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 17,682 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 17,119 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 16,413 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 15,485 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 14,783 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 14,224 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 13,047 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 10,958 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 8,039 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 7,608 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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BV08 XFM is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2008 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 47,101 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 BV08 XFM, 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 18 years old, this Kia Picanto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BV08 XFM registered?

BV08 XFM is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BV08 XFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 XFM shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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