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FP08 PYU

2008 Kia Picanto

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,599 mi
Last recorded108,599 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 PYU
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2015 108,599 miles

Both front brake discs are worn

Front inner brake pads appear low

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 102,458 miles
Pass 27 May 2013 91,742 miles

PAS pump mounting bolt appears loose

Pass 12 May 2012 70,880 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 53,496 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 53,496 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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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FP08 PYU is a 2008 Kia Picanto in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FP08 PYU, 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

How do I check the history of FP08 PYU?

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What year was FP08 PYU registered?

FP08 PYU is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is FP08 PYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 PYU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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