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AK54 KOJ

2004 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,706 mi
Last recorded58,706 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2013
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 KOJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2013 58,706 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 49,612 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 40,604 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 40,604 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 32,663 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 32,663 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 23,703 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 20,181 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 16,643 miles

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

slight oil leak from n/s diff oil seal

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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AK54 KOJ is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AK54 KOJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK54 KOJ registered?

AK54 KOJ is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is AK54 KOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK54 KOJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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