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HV10 XKJ

2010 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,171 mi
Last recorded29,171 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 Kia Picanto42,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV10 XKJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 29,171 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 27,526 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 25,760 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2024 25,760 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 23,515 miles

Nearside Door mirror cover missing

Pass 29 Mar 2022 21,473 miles

Nearside door mirror cover missing

Pass 26 Mar 2021 19,173 miles

Nearside door mirror back cover missing

Pass 27 Mar 2020 17,072 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked/perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside door mirror back missing

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked/perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2019 15,032 miles

Sticker on side window affecting view of non obligatory mirror

Pass 3 Apr 2018 12,855 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 11,574 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 10,042 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 8,350 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 6,436 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 19 Mar 2014 6,436 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 4,569 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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HV10 XKJ is a 2010 Kia Picanto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 HV10 XKJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HV10 XKJ?

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What year was HV10 XKJ registered?

HV10 XKJ is a 2010 Kia Picanto, first registered on 26 March 2010.

Is HV10 XKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV10 XKJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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