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GU58 HBG

2008 Kia Picanto

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

75,978 mi
Last recorded75,978 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 HBG
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2023 75,978 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2023 75,976 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Aug 2022 74,564 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

bonnet secondary catch not working

Pass 12 Aug 2021 73,573 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 73,572 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 72,732 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near wear limiters (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 72,109 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Various suspension and brake components layered with corrosion but not seriously weakened

Fail 12 Sep 2019 72,109 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Various suspension and brake components layered with corrosion but not seriously weakened

Pass 10 Sep 2018 71,758 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 68,339 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 63,112 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 55,107 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil sump rusty

Pass 30 Jul 2014 46,184 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 36,852 miles

both front wiper blade rubbers split at ends

Pass 14 Aug 2012 28,540 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 22,313 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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GU58 HBG is a 2008 Kia Picanto in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 GU58 HBG, 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 GU58 HBG registered?

GU58 HBG is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 10 October 2008.

Is GU58 HBG safe to buy?

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