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PN58 YEF

2008 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

87,143 mi
Last recorded87,143 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN58 YEF
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 87,143 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 77,337 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 64,843 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 62,683 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 58,602 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 58,596 miles

Front Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 52,377 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 52,377 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 42,577 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 42,472 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 32,489 miles

o/s/r puncture

Fail 2 Jul 2012 32,485 miles

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

o/s/r puncture

Pass 7 Jul 2011 17,543 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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PN58 YEF is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PN58 YEF, 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 PN58 YEF registered?

PN58 YEF is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is PN58 YEF safe to buy?

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