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BD54 HCX

2004 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,857 mi
Last recorded87,857 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD54 HCX
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 87,857 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

o/s/f brake has slight bind

Fail 18 Jun 2018 87,776 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged abs ring split (1.6 (c))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged abs ring split (1.6 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt installation has a claw type seat mounting with an inadequate means of securing the claw buckall doesn t retain claw (10.1 (o))

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

o/s/f brake has slight bind

Pass 15 May 2017 78,870 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 78,870 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 73,775 miles

all four tyres have edge wear

Fail 18 May 2015 66,102 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2015 66,102 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2014 59,249 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 51,989 miles

front tyres low

Pass 8 Aug 2012 50,091 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 45,873 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 45,873 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 41,782 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 39,617 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 33,361 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 25,319 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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BD54 HCX is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BD54 HCX, 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 BD54 HCX registered?

BD54 HCX is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 12 November 2004.

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