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CA54 OCF

2004 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

75,100 mi
Last recorded75,100 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2015
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA54 OCF
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Mar 2015 75,100 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

nearside rear tyre perished and cracked

Pass 3 Mar 2015 75,100 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

nearside rear tyre perished and cracked

Pass 18 Mar 2014 63,705 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 18 Mar 2014 63,075 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 17 Mar 2013 52,724 miles

E.C.U LIGHT displayed

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 5 Mar 2012 41,810 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 38,273 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 29,415 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 22,571 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2009 22,571 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 17,409 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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CA54 OCF is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Blue 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 CA54 OCF, 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 CA54 OCF registered?

CA54 OCF is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 15 December 2004.

Is CA54 OCF safe to buy?

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