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FP08 VUE

2008 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

40,726 mi
Last recorded40,726 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 VUE
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2026 40,726 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2025 38,861 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2025 38,857 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant level low

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 36,773 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt N/S + O/S (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 34,329 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2023 34,325 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 32,055 miles

Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Both have play (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 29,335 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Aug 2020 27,094 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 27,094 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 25,438 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 24,328 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 23,158 miles

centre exhaust pipe corroded

front number plate loose

Pass 26 Apr 2016 21,319 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 19,793 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 18,387 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 16,374 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 14,737 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 11,495 miles

nearside front tyre wearing close to the tread depth indicators.

offside front tyre wearing close to the limit on the inside tread.

parking brake travel needs adjustment.

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 VUE is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VUE, 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.

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What year was FP08 VUE registered?

FP08 VUE is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is FP08 VUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 VUE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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