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RA08 GVU

2008 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,331 mi
Last recorded72,331 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 GVU
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2026 72,331 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2025 65,745 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged abs ring (1.6 (e))

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 59,301 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Bonnet secondary retaining device not functioning.

Pass 28 Feb 2023 54,822 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 52,416 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 48,844 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 47,040 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 45,277 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2018 43,452 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 42,830 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 39,687 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 35,015 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 30,260 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 25,411 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 21,102 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 14,763 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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RA08 GVU is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RA08 GVU, 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 RA08 GVU?

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What year was RA08 GVU registered?

RA08 GVU is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 21 August 2008.

Is RA08 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA08 GVU shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RA08 GVU have outstanding finance?

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