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DY07 UYT

2007 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,999 mi
Last recorded40,999 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2019
Typical for 2007 Kia Picanto47,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY07 UYT
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2019 40,999 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 38,461 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2017 34,969 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 34,976 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 31,033 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 31,032 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort Nearside and offside (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 26,969 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 9 Jul 2014 25,243 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jul 2013 24,207 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 22,929 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 22,929 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 21,803 miles

metal centre exhaust mount rotten and broken.

Fail 11 Jul 2011 21,803 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

metal centre exhaust mount rotten and broken.

Pass 9 Mar 2010 20,266 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Slight play in o/s/f suspension top mount.

Very slight bind on n/s/r.

Wipers smear screen.

Fail 9 Mar 2010 20,266 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Slight play in o/s/f suspension top mount.

Very slight bind on n/s/r.

Wipers smear screen.

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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DY07 UYT is a 2007 Kia Picanto in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DY07 UYT, 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 DY07 UYT?

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What year was DY07 UYT registered?

DY07 UYT is a 2007 Kia Picanto, first registered on 17 March 2007.

Is DY07 UYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY07 UYT shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY07 UYT have outstanding finance?

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