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DX57 MKM

2007 Kia Picanto

Orange Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

43,241 mi
Last recorded43,241 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Kia Picanto47,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX57 MKM
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2007
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 43,241 miles

corrosion to underside of vehicle/components

Pass 14 Nov 2024 43,164 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 42,987 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 42,860 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 42,631 miles

Rear Axle bushes slight wear

Pass 25 Nov 2020 42,342 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2020 42,342 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 41,356 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 41,354 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 39,541 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 39,540 miles

Emissions not tested DUE TO EXHAUST LEAK (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases BACK BOX (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure BACK BOX (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 37,337 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 37,336 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 34,769 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 34,769 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 30,296 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 27,689 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 23,641 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 18,567 miles

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

n/s front tyre slight side wall damage

Pass 23 Nov 2011 15,120 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 9,519 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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DX57 MKM 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 76.2%.

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 DX57 MKM, 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

How do I check the history of DX57 MKM?

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What year was DX57 MKM registered?

DX57 MKM is a 2007 Kia Picanto, first registered on 3 December 2007.

Is DX57 MKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX57 MKM shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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