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MM08 EWR

2008 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

32,735 mi
Last recorded32,735 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM08 EWR
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 32,735 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2026 32,734 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 31,521 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 30,541 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 30,541 miles

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

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 29,478 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 26,904 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2022 26,903 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 25,065 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2019 23,752 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 22,542 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 22,542 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 21,067 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 19,642 miles

Rear Both rear tyres perished with cracks around the circumference of both tyres

Pass 9 Jul 2015 18,040 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 16,058 miles

both rear tyres cracking on tread patern

Pass 5 Jul 2013 14,428 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 14,428 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 13,530 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 10,705 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 10,705 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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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MM08 EWR is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 MM08 EWR, 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 MM08 EWR registered?

MM08 EWR is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is MM08 EWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM08 EWR shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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