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GL56 TXV

2007 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

67,143 mi
Last recorded67,143 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2016
Typical for 2007 Kia Picanto47,694 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL56 TXV
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2016 67,143 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge on inside

Secondary bonnet catch not working

Fail 25 Oct 2016 67,142 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged Abs ring (3.4.2)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Braking system leaking Flexi hose banjo (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge on inside

Secondary bonnet catch not working

Pass 25 Nov 2015 50,109 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 50,106 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front suspension requires further attention

signs of o/s/f anti roll bar link fouling drive shaft

Pass 23 Oct 2014 49,575 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 49,563 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 46,610 miles

eml light on

Pass 25 Jul 2012 36,447 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2012 36,413 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 28,246 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 21,133 miles

FRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED AND PITTED

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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GL56 TXV is a 2007 Kia Picanto in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 GL56 TXV, 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

How do I check the history of GL56 TXV?

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What year was GL56 TXV registered?

GL56 TXV is a 2007 Kia Picanto, first registered on 26 January 2007.

Is GL56 TXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL56 TXV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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