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FT59 AXZ

2010 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

20,230 mi
Last recorded20,230 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 Kia Picanto42,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT59 AXZ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 20,230 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Mar 2026 20,230 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 19,843 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 19,523 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 18,509 miles

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 27 Feb 2023 18,509 miles

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 18,140 miles

Front Upper both top suspension mounts slight movement

Pass 15 Feb 2021 18,012 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 17,868 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2020 17,867 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2019 17,291 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 16,648 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2018 16,648 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 16,030 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 14,836 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 14,836 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 13,179 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 11,526 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 10,226 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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FT59 AXZ is a 2010 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2010 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 42,569 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 FT59 AXZ, 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 16 years old, this Kia Picanto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FT59 AXZ?

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What year was FT59 AXZ registered?

FT59 AXZ is a 2010 Kia Picanto, first registered on 10 February 2010.

Is FT59 AXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT59 AXZ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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