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LC58 ETU

2008 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

81,756 mi
Last recorded81,756 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC58 ETU
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 81,756 miles

Exhaust mounting defective 2x brackets not supportive , middle, weld broken but rusty............ (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 17 Jan 2026 81,753 miles

Nearside 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 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))

Exhaust mounting defective 2x brackets not supportive , middle, weld broken but rusty............ (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 79,098 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 74,474 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 74,474 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2021 70,299 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 66,817 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 62,727 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 56,570 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 56,570 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 24 Oct 2017 50,128 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 43,365 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES PERISHED 165/60/14t

Pass 9 Oct 2015 35,960 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 29,282 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 24,201 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 18,147 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 12,796 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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LC58 ETU is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LC58 ETU, 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 LC58 ETU registered?

LC58 ETU is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is LC58 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC58 ETU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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