2006 KIA Picanto 1.0L Petrol · FV55 VGU
2006 KIA Picanto (1.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Jan 2006. Recorded mileage 90,706 miles. MOT valid until 13 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA PICANTO
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,706 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FV55 VGU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/06/2026
- 90,706 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FV55 VGU 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 2006 Kia Picanto (FV55 VGU) between June 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 June 2026 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), Brakes (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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: “Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases hole in rear box joiner (6.1.2 (a))”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi split (6.1.2 (a))”.
FV55 VGU Mileage History
- 03/06/202486,224 mi
- 30/04/202588,369 mi+2,145 mi
- 01/05/202588,369 mi
- 12/06/202690,706 mi+2,337 mi
- 15/06/202690,706 mi
Average of roughly 2,206 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: 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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