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GK58 XJN

2008 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

113,827 mi
Last recorded113,827 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK58 XJN
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2020 113,827 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 113,827 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 109,788 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 104,753 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 100,259 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 100,259 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 93,749 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 82,039 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 70,101 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 58,169 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 58,169 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 46,405 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 46,405 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 34,759 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 34,759 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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GK58 XJN is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GK58 XJN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK58 XJN registered?

GK58 XJN is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 6 September 2008.

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The MOT history for GK58 XJN shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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