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VE10 GEK

2010 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

50,928 mi
Last recorded50,928 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2010 Kia Picanto42,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE10 GEK
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 50,928 miles

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 May 2025 46,022 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 44,125 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 41,208 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 38,358 miles

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

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

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 29,006 miles

Nearside Rear 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 20 Jul 2019 15,668 miles

all wheel caps fitted

under tray fitted

Fail 20 Jul 2019 15,668 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

all wheel caps fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2018 13,519 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 12,804 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 12,430 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 11,434 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Jun 2014 9,831 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 7,853 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 7,853 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

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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VE10 GEK is a 2010 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 VE10 GEK, 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 VE10 GEK registered?

VE10 GEK is a 2010 Kia Picanto, first registered on 9 June 2010.

Is VE10 GEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE10 GEK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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