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DX07 RHK

2007 Kia Picanto

Orange Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

54,863 mi
Last recorded54,863 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Kia Picanto47,694 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX07 RHK
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2007
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 54,863 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective offside & nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test moved camera to outside w/screen swept area ()

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

added 1x litre oil prior to test

Pass 12 Feb 2025 51,770 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bearing assembly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 50,709 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front tyre age related cracking/POOR CONDITION

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 49,744 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 48,730 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 47,926 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 47,236 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 46,169 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 44,935 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 43,873 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 40,784 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

n/s/f tyre worn inner edge, outer sidewall damaged

Fail 15 Feb 2016 40,784 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner face (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner face (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

n/s/f tyre worn inner edge, outer sidewall damaged

Pass 5 Feb 2015 36,436 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 31,678 miles

n/s/front tyre has small cuts but no cords showing at time of test

Pass 14 Feb 2013 27,013 miles

front exhaust hanger brackets deteriorated

front tyres worn

Pass 2 Feb 2012 20,263 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2012 20,263 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 15,772 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Fail 4 Feb 2011 15,772 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 12,971 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 12,969 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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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DX07 RHK is a 2007 Kia Picanto in Orange with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2007 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 47,694 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 DX07 RHK, 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 19 years old, this Kia Picanto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX07 RHK registered?

DX07 RHK is a 2007 Kia Picanto, first registered on 1 July 2007.

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