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KP08 TZU

2008 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

35,293 mi
Last recorded35,293 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 TZU
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 35,293 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Dec 2024 34,431 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

offside rear light lenses has slight damage

Pass 11 Dec 2023 33,887 miles

offside front top suspension mounting worn

Pass 7 Dec 2022 33,549 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 33,325 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 32,905 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 31,610 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 30,193 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 28,527 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 26,024 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 26,023 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported Both centre section hangers broken (7.1.1)

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

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

Nearside rear tyre tread perished but not down to cords

Nearside windscreen wiper blade split

Pass 3 Jun 2015 21,364 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 15,743 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 11,707 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

play in nearside and offside front suspension tops when hanging

Pass 15 Jun 2013 11,707 miles

play in nearside and offside front suspension tops when hanging

Pass 17 Apr 2012 6,761 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 6,575 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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KP08 TZU is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KP08 TZU, 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 KP08 TZU?

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What year was KP08 TZU registered?

KP08 TZU is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is KP08 TZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP08 TZU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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