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BF56 NVP

2006 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,956 mi
Last recorded60,956 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2023
Typical for 2006 Kia Picanto50,039 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF56 NVP
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2023 60,956 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 49,393 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 48,847 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 48,444 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 48,443 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 47,610 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shocker top (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 47,609 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shocker top (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear wheel binding

Pass 17 Aug 2018 46,570 miles

Exhaust Middle corroded

Fail 17 Aug 2018 46,570 miles

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Exhaust Middle corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2017 45,633 miles

Rear brake sticking slightly

Pass 3 Aug 2016 43,921 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 42,069 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 40,091 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 37,554 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 35,014 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 31,314 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 28,815 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 25,239 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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BF56 NVP is a 2006 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 50,039 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 BF56 NVP, 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 20 years old, this Kia Picanto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BF56 NVP?

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What year was BF56 NVP registered?

BF56 NVP is a 2006 Kia Picanto, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is BF56 NVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF56 NVP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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