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HD59 EEJ

2010 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

28,476 mi
Last recorded28,476 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Kia Picanto42,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD59 EEJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 28,476 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 26,160 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2025 26,160 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 23,642 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 21,574 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2023 21,574 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 18,927 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2022 18,927 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 17,153 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 17,153 miles

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 15,716 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 12,262 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2019 12,262 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 8,829 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2018 8,829 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 6,728 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 5,533 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 5,533 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 5,003 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 4,507 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2014 4,507 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 3,514 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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HD59 EEJ is a 2010 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 HD59 EEJ, 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.

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What year was HD59 EEJ registered?

HD59 EEJ is a 2010 Kia Picanto, first registered on 10 February 2010.

Is HD59 EEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD59 EEJ shows 22 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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