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CV56 XNJ

2006 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

79,023 mi
Last recorded79,023 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 Kia Picanto50,039 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV56 XNJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2023 79,023 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 70,672 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 63,818 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 63,813 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jan 2020 58,009 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2018 50,351 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 50,162 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 47,715 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 42,294 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 38,695 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 34,586 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 30,362 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 27,032 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 24,797 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 19,388 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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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CV56 XNJ is a 2006 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2006 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 50,039 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 CV56 XNJ, 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 20 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 CV56 XNJ registered?

CV56 XNJ is a 2006 Kia Picanto, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is CV56 XNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV56 XNJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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