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BF54 ZPH

2004 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF54 ZPH
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2015
Fail 1 Sep 2014 70,784 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 70,784 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2013 62,832 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2013 62,832 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 56,864 miles

battery loose

Pass 26 Aug 2011 52,852 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 22 Aug 2011 52,852 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 48,553 miles

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

off side front tyre wearing on inner edge

oil leak from engine

slight damage to off side front road wheel

Pass 9 Jul 2009 42,546 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 38,302 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 33,889 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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BF54 ZPH is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BF54 ZPH, 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 BF54 ZPH registered?

BF54 ZPH is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 17 September 2004.

Is BF54 ZPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF54 ZPH shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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