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2006 KIA Picanto 1.1L Petrol · MT56 RNU

MT56 RNU

2006 KIA Picanto (1.1L, petrol). First registered 01/12/2006. Recorded mileage 61,972 miles. MOT valid until 21/01/2027. Taxed until 01/05/2027.

Make & Model
KIA PICANTO
Year / Origin
2006 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 21/01/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/05/2027)
Recorded Mileage
61,972 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 21/01/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/05/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2006
Engine
1086cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The most recent MOT in January 2026 passed, but the vehicle is showing signs of age-related deterioration. There is a concerning pattern of corrosion appearing underneath the vehicle and affecting the fuel pipes, which suggests the chassis is beginning to degrade. The overall condition trend is worsening. While earlier tests highlighted minor brake wear and exhaust leaks, the latest entries introduce structural corrosion and suspension play in the offside front Macpherson strut ball joint. The mileage is very low for a twenty-year-old car, averaging around 3,100 miles per year. While this means less mechanical wear on the engine, such low usage often leads to the deterioration of rubber components and increased corrosion due to the car standing for long periods. A buyer should first conduct a thorough inspection of the underside of the car to assess the extent of the corrosion. Priority should also be given to checking the fuel pipes for leaks and verifying the stability of the front suspension.

MT56 RNU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/01/2026
  • 61,972 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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MT56 RNU Mileage History

  1. 13/11/202343,008 mi
  2. 21/01/202554,406 mi+11,398 mi
  3. 22/01/202554,406 mi
  4. 08/01/202661,971 mi+7,565 mi
  5. 08/01/202661,972 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 8,803 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

MT56 RNU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 20:44
MOT Analysis

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 (MT56 RNU) between November 2023 and January 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 08 January 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: Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (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: “Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Front Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps”.

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