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FV08 RSO

2008 Kia Picanto

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

75,712 mi
Last recorded75,712 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 RSO
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2019 75,712 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Mar 2019 75,712 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 72,425 miles

advise near side tyre on 3mm

Pass 9 Mar 2017 67,838 miles

centre stop lamp not working, connection not certain

Fail 9 Mar 2017 67,838 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

centre stop lamp not working, connection not certain

Pass 16 Mar 2016 63,742 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2016 63,730 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 58,206 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 52,050 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 44,475 miles

Oil leak from the sump (corroded)

Pass 30 May 2012 35,510 miles

centre exhaust bracket broken but secure

Fail 31 May 2011 29,831 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 May 2011 29,831 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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FV08 RSO is a 2008 Kia Picanto in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 FV08 RSO, 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 FV08 RSO registered?

FV08 RSO is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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The MOT history for FV08 RSO shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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