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HG08 MTF

2008 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

92,196 mi
Last recorded92,196 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 MTF
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2022 92,196 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 91,620 miles

Exhaust mounting defective center (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 89,479 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 88,550 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 79,555 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 69,168 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 55,124 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 41,263 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 27,261 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 27,230 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 May 2012 15,970 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 4,414 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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HG08 MTF is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 HG08 MTF, 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 HG08 MTF registered?

HG08 MTF is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is HG08 MTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 MTF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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