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LV08 CYT

2008 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

55,145 mi
Last recorded55,145 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 CYT
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 55,145 miles

all tyres starting to perish

Pass 8 Feb 2020 51,934 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight Play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight Play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2020 51,930 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 51,069 miles

slight wear/movement in front top suspension mounts

Pass 31 Jan 2018 46,603 miles

temp repair on exhaust mount bracket

wear/movement to offside front top suspension mount

Pass 2 Feb 2017 42,456 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 ()

centre exhaust bracket split

Fail 1 Feb 2017 42,456 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

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

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

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

centre exhaust bracket split

excessive hand brake travel

Pass 18 Feb 2016 37,886 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 32,674 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 26,060 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 26,060 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 31 Jan 2013 22,248 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 22,248 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 19,528 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 15,283 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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LV08 CYT is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LV08 CYT, 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 LV08 CYT?

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What year was LV08 CYT registered?

LV08 CYT is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is LV08 CYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 CYT shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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