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BX54 UHM

2004 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

114,162 mi
Last recorded114,162 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2014
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX54 UHM
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2014 114,162 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2014 114,162 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2013 104,409 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 104,409 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 96,745 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 88,973 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 79,043 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 79,043 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 67,429 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 53,232 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 38,528 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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BX54 UHM is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BX54 UHM, 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 BX54 UHM registered?

BX54 UHM is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is BX54 UHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX54 UHM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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