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NL58 TZH

2008 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,045 mi
Last recorded39,045 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL58 TZH
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2016 39,045 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 39,045 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 34,007 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 34,007 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 29,170 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 24,007 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 24,007 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 15,595 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 14,433 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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NL58 TZH is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NL58 TZH, 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 NL58 TZH?

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What year was NL58 TZH registered?

NL58 TZH is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is NL58 TZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL58 TZH shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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