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BK54 DLF

2004 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,060 mi
Last recorded59,060 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2015
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK54 DLF
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2015 59,060 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 53,125 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 53,124 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

edge wear on o/s front tyre corrosion on inner face of rear brake discs

Fail 24 Jul 2013 45,770 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 45,770 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 39,926 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 33,561 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 28,906 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 25,050 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 25,050 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 22,609 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 17,906 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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BK54 DLF 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 BK54 DLF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK54 DLF registered?

BK54 DLF is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is BK54 DLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK54 DLF 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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