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SM08 TYV

2008 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,885 mi
Last recorded103,885 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 TYV
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 103,885 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 10 Jun 2025 103,861 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 99,729 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 96,243 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2022 94,888 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 89,986 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 87,332 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 87,332 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 85,751 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 84,084 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 83,793 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 83,759 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 73,315 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 62,424 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 62,424 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

engine management light on

front exhaust bracket broken

Pass 25 Nov 2014 58,205 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

nearside wiper torn

Pass 4 Oct 2013 45,107 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 45,107 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 30,715 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 13,969 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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SM08 TYV is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Silver 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 SM08 TYV, 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 SM08 TYV registered?

SM08 TYV is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 28 May 2008.

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