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LO08 GHU

2008 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,335 mi
Last recorded46,335 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 GHU
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 46,335 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 46,335 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2024 45,154 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 45,154 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2023 43,992 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 42,534 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 40,997 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 39,856 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 39,414 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 36,040 miles

unable to see front brake pads clearly

Pass 23 Jun 2017 34,361 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 32,302 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 28,913 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 26,067 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 21,653 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 17,252 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 17,252 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 12,981 miles

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

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

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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LO08 GHU is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LO08 GHU, 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 LO08 GHU registered?

LO08 GHU is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is LO08 GHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO08 GHU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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