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GD59 EMJ

2010 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

117,316 mi
Last recorded117,316 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 Kia Picanto42,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD59 EMJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 117,316 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2025 110,109 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 104,706 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 101,130 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 95,408 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 84,859 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 76,353 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 70,600 miles

Front crack in screen but in drivers view

Fail 18 Jan 2019 70,600 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front crack in screen but in drivers view

Rear exhaust has leak of gasses at back box join

Pass 10 Jan 2018 66,838 miles

windscreen damaged not in drivers view

Pass 13 Jan 2017 63,050 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn to 2mm

windscreen cracked not effecting drivers view

Pass 15 Jan 2016 57,664 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 50,216 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 41,475 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 33,079 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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GD59 EMJ is a 2010 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 GD59 EMJ, 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

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What year was GD59 EMJ registered?

GD59 EMJ is a 2010 Kia Picanto, first registered on 27 January 2010.

Is GD59 EMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD59 EMJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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