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GU58 HBX

2008 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,897 mi
Last recorded57,897 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 HBX
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 57,897 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 54,834 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2024 54,834 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 52,975 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near limit and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 50,733 miles

n/s/f tyer low and cracking both rear tyers cracking n/s track rod end dust cover cracking

Fail 16 Nov 2022 50,733 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

n/s/f tyer low and cracking both rear tyers cracking n/s track rod end dust cover cracking

Pass 23 Nov 2021 48,999 miles

front tyers outter walls cracking front pads low

Pass 17 Nov 2020 47,996 miles

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

oil weep

Pass 26 Nov 2019 47,388 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 46,193 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 46,193 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2017 45,133 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 44,280 miles

middle exhaust bracket rusty

Pass 23 Nov 2015 42,920 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 41,694 miles

n/s top mount slight play

Fail 22 Nov 2013 38,381 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 38,381 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 30,536 miles

damage too nearside rear door.

Pass 29 Nov 2011 23,775 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 23,775 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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 HBX is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HBX, 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

How do I check the history of GU58 HBX?

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What year was GU58 HBX registered?

GU58 HBX is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is GU58 HBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU58 HBX shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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