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AP55 DXE

2005 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

88,069 mi
Last recorded88,069 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP55 DXE
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2015 88,069 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 77,524 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 63,459 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 15 Sep 2012 51,520 miles

Both rear tyres perishing on outer walls

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 43,500 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 43,500 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear washer dosnt work

Pass 17 Sep 2010 33,957 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 22,350 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2008 12,828 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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AP55 DXE is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 51,318 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 AP55 DXE, 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 21 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 AP55 DXE registered?

AP55 DXE is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is AP55 DXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP55 DXE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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