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BK54 LUD

2004 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

97,925 mi
Last recorded97,925 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK54 LUD
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 97,925 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 96,169 miles

rear wiper blade deteriated

Fail 5 Jul 2016 96,169 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear wiper blade deteriated

Pass 30 May 2015 85,219 miles
Pass 26 May 2014 82,071 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 79,480 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 79,480 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 72,789 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 61,307 miles

ADVISE REAR TYRES SHOWING SIGNS OF AGE SIDEWALLS CRACKING

Fail 11 Aug 2011 61,307 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

ADVISE FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN

ADVISE REAR TYRES SHOWING SIGNS OF AGE SIDEWALLS CRACKING

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

Pass 25 Aug 2010 52,144 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 52,144 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 45,137 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 45,137 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 36,097 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 27,023 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 LUD is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LUD, 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 LUD registered?

BK54 LUD is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 18 September 2004.

Is BK54 LUD safe to buy?

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