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EX08 YBN

2008 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

21,005 mi
Last recorded21,005 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 YBN
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 21,005 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 20,526 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 20,156 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 19,762 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 19,236 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 18,640 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 17,790 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 16,848 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 15,948 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 15,021 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 13,989 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 12,960 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 11,740 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2014 11,740 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 10,112 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 8,115 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 6,448 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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EX08 YBN is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EX08 YBN, 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 EX08 YBN registered?

EX08 YBN is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is EX08 YBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 YBN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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