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BG55 BFP

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

60,365 mi
Last recorded60,365 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 BFP
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 60,365 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 60,363 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 51,834 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 49,007 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 47,665 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 47,664 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 45,762 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 May 2013 43,864 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 41,870 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

battery insecure

Pass 6 Jun 2011 39,759 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 17 Jun 2010 38,125 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 30,186 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 19,291 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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BG55 BFP is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BG55 BFP, 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 BG55 BFP registered?

BG55 BFP is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is BG55 BFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 BFP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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