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BN54 UMZ

2004 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

28,978 mi
Last recorded28,978 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN54 UMZ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 28,978 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2019 28,978 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Front wipers x2 st. blade (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 27,627 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 26,539 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 25,484 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 24,781 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 23,398 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2013 21,296 miles

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Fail 9 May 2013 21,296 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 24 May 2012 19,843 miles

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

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

battery insecure

offside wiper smearing slightly

Fail 22 May 2012 19,830 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

battery insecure

offside wiper smearing slightly

Pass 10 May 2011 18,325 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 16,644 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 14,962 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 14,449 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 11,793 miles

wipers smear screen

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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BN54 UMZ is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BN54 UMZ, 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 BN54 UMZ registered?

BN54 UMZ is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 21 September 2004.

Is BN54 UMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN54 UMZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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