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NL08 SYR

2008 Kia Picanto

White Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,769 mi
Last recorded27,769 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL08 SYR
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 27,769 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged Pick up ring slightly damaged (1.6 (e))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2025 24,860 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged drive shaft pick up ring cracked (1.6 (e))

Fail 17 Feb 2025 24,860 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged drive shaft pick up ring cracked (1.6 (e))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2024 24,753 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2024 24,753 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 24,612 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 24,498 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 24,250 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 24,250 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 23,820 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 23,820 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 23,127 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 22,524 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 21,373 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 20,353 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2014 19,232 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 17,814 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 17,814 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 16,665 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 12,525 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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NL08 SYR is a 2008 Kia Picanto in White with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 NL08 SYR, 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 NL08 SYR registered?

NL08 SYR is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is NL08 SYR safe to buy?

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