2008 KIA Picanto 1.1L Petrol · FG08 TZH
2008 KIA Picanto (1.1L, petrol). First registered 28 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 80,896 miles. MOT expired on 04 Sept 2025.
- Make & Model
- KIA PICANTO
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Sept 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,896 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FG08 TZH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2024
- 80,896 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FG08 TZH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Kia Picanto (FG08 TZH) between August 2022 and August 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 August 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi (6.1.2 (a))”; “Emissions unable to be completed Excessive exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Offside Front Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Steering”.
FG08 TZH Mileage History
- 26/08/202276,790 mi
- 29/08/202378,961 mi+2,171 mi
- 29/08/202378,961 mi
- 27/08/202480,896 mi+1,935 mi
- 27/08/202480,896 mi
Average of roughly 2,049 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Picanto (Gen 1)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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