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BG54 ZFD

2004 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,916 mi
Last recorded69,916 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 ZFD
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 May 2018 69,916 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Oil leak ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 May 2017 63,015 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 63,008 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Stop lamp not working Rear centre (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 52,878 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 49,284 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 39,190 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 33,943 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 29,172 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 25,507 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 20,614 miles

NS door mirror assembly damaged, but not affecting view to rear.

Pass 23 Jan 2009 12,590 miles

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

filler in o/s outer sill

slight binding o/s/r brake

slight damage n/s mirror surround

Pass 4 Feb 2008 7,656 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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BG54 ZFD is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BG54 ZFD, 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 BG54 ZFD registered?

BG54 ZFD is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 25 November 2004.

Is BG54 ZFD safe to buy?

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