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PL57 MSO

2008 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

45,323 mi
Last recorded45,323 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL57 MSO
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2020 45,323 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 42,258 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 39,431 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 37,584 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2017 37,584 miles

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 35,588 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 32,408 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 29,044 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 23,771 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 20,330 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 16,969 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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PL57 MSO is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PL57 MSO, 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 PL57 MSO?

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What year was PL57 MSO registered?

PL57 MSO is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is PL57 MSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL57 MSO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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