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FV57 VRK

2007 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

60,788 mi
Last recorded60,788 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 2007 Kia Picanto47,694 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 VRK
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2021 60,788 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 60,493 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2020 52,804 miles
Fail 22 May 2020 52,803 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 44,097 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2018 44,086 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2017 42,650 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 41,432 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 41,362 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2015 35,825 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides fronts (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears inner faces (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 30,980 miles

mid exhaust mount fractured but still supported

Pass 25 Nov 2013 26,848 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 21,685 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 17,490 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 12,948 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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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FV57 VRK is a 2007 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2007 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 47,694 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 FV57 VRK, 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 19 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 FV57 VRK registered?

FV57 VRK is a 2007 Kia Picanto, first registered on 28 November 2007.

Is FV57 VRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV57 VRK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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