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MT08 DMF

2008 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

14,948 mi
Last recorded14,948 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 DMF
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 14,948 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 14,739 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slight (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 12,040 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 11,733 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2022 11,732 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 11,351 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 11,197 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2020 11,197 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 10,841 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2018 10,696 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 10,696 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2017 9,819 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 8,566 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2016 8,547 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 165-60-14 (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 May 2015 7,523 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 7,029 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 6,541 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 5,783 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 5,292 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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MT08 DMF is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 MT08 DMF, 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 MT08 DMF?

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What year was MT08 DMF registered?

MT08 DMF is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is MT08 DMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT08 DMF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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