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LV10 KNS

2010 Kia Picanto

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

89,648 mi
Last recorded89,648 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2010 Kia Picanto42,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV10 KNS
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 89,648 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 May 2025 89,644 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Apr 2024 84,134 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing may need replacing or repairng soon. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2023 77,752 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 77,751 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 69,238 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Mar 2022 69,172 miles

Central Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt joint dry of grease (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge under 2mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 58,943 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 58,911 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 51,409 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 33,839 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 33,839 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Fail 12 Mar 2019 33,770 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

chip in windscreen

Pass 2 Mar 2018 11,508 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 8,983 miles

rear fog lamp switch faulty

Pass 23 Mar 2016 7,813 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 5 Mar 2015 7,290 miles

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

o/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 5 Mar 2015 7,290 miles

o/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 14 Mar 2014 6,769 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brakes slightly uneven

Pass 14 Mar 2014 6,769 miles

rear brakes slightly uneven

Pass 8 Mar 2013 6,390 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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LV10 KNS is a 2010 Kia Picanto in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 LV10 KNS, 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.

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What year was LV10 KNS registered?

LV10 KNS is a 2010 Kia Picanto, first registered on 25 March 2010.

Is LV10 KNS safe to buy?

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