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CA59 PHN

2010 Kia Picanto

Yellow Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

83,478 mi
Last recorded83,478 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Kia Picanto42,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA59 PHN
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2010
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 83,478 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2026 83,478 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2025 79,100 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 77,749 miles

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

travel in hand brake

Pass 9 Mar 2023 68,707 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 65,365 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 61,545 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 59,678 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2020 59,678 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2019 55,195 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 48,856 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Jan 2018 48,856 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2017 42,806 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 35,098 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 35,098 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 28,089 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 22,096 miles

wipers worn

Pass 12 Jan 2013 16,113 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)

n/s/f tyre worn on inner

o/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

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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CA59 PHN is a 2010 Kia Picanto in Yellow with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2010 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 42,569 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 CA59 PHN, 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 16 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 CA59 PHN?

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What year was CA59 PHN registered?

CA59 PHN is a 2010 Kia Picanto, first registered on 19 January 2010.

Is CA59 PHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA59 PHN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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