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CV08 PVN

2008 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,024 mi
Last recorded55,024 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 PVN
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2026 55,024 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 50,332 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 47,357 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 44,261 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 40,990 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 37,571 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 34,592 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 32,306 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 29,041 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 25,443 miles

Oil leak ()

Central exhaust bracket detached

Pass 1 Jul 2016 22,253 miles

Front both tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 18 Jun 2015 17,846 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside and offside front wipers deteriorated

Pass 17 Jun 2014 13,414 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear tyres (sidewall) cracking

Pass 5 Jul 2013 9,342 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 8,966 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2011 7,279 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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CV08 PVN is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CV08 PVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CV08 PVN?

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What year was CV08 PVN registered?

CV08 PVN is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is CV08 PVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV08 PVN shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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