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AJ54 CBF

2004 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

115,980 mi
Last recorded115,980 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ54 CBF
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2019 115,980 miles

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

nsr wheel slight binding

Pass 3 Sep 2018 96,206 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 77,345 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 63,113 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 53,005 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 45,938 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 40,410 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 40,409 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 37,061 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 32,898 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Nov 2011 32,887 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 28,752 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Nov 2009 24,353 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 20,231 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 16,030 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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AJ54 CBF is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 52,948 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 AJ54 CBF, 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 22 years old, this Kia Picanto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJ54 CBF registered?

AJ54 CBF is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 27 November 2004.

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