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ET57 KXC

2008 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,231 mi
Last recorded51,231 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET57 KXC
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 51,231 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 44,043 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Jul 2025 43,990 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 36,060 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 27,020 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2022 23,905 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both seats

Fail 2 Jul 2022 23,905 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both seats

Pass 5 Jul 2021 22,701 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 22,174 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 22,174 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 21,524 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 20,631 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 19,662 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 18,480 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 16,727 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 14,691 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 14,691 miles

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

o/s front tyre has slight cracks on wall

Pass 12 Mar 2013 11,951 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 9,738 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 7,468 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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ET57 KXC is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ET57 KXC, 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

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What year was ET57 KXC registered?

ET57 KXC is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 21 February 2008.

Is ET57 KXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET57 KXC shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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