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MF08 VNV

2008 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,908 mi
Last recorded133,908 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 VNV
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2021 133,908 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2021 133,908 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 125,386 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 125,386 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 113,406 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 113,113 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2017 110,132 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under body corrosion

Pass 7 Sep 2016 102,652 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 Sep 2016 102,651 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 87,050 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 87,030 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 61,099 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 61,099 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 32,590 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 27,552 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 20,022 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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MF08 VNV is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MF08 VNV, 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.

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What year was MF08 VNV registered?

MF08 VNV is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 6 March 2008.

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