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ST10 NXC

2010 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,477 mi
Last recorded68,477 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Kia Picanto42,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST10 NXC
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 68,477 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2025 63,701 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes front to back (1.1.11 (c))

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

undercarriage covered with under seal

Pass 19 Feb 2024 61,456 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

vehicle heavily undersealed front to rear

Pass 2 Nov 2022 59,130 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 54,956 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2021 54,941 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded at wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded going to flexy brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded at wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded going to flexy brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 50,438 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 50,438 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 45,749 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 45,749 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 39,740 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 39,740 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 33,257 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 33,257 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front exhaust hanger broken

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 30,903 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 15 Mar 2017 30,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear seatbelt buckle requires untwisting. Belt twisted when fastened

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 25,713 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 19,142 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2015 18,952 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine oil reading above "max" level

Pass 20 Mar 2014 10,944 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 9,960 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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ST10 NXC is a 2010 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2010 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 42,569 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 ST10 NXC, 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 16 years old, this Kia Picanto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ST10 NXC registered?

ST10 NXC is a 2010 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 July 2010.

Is ST10 NXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST10 NXC shows 21 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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