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DA54 RNV

2004 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

91,626 mi
Last recorded91,626 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2020
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA54 RNV
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2020 91,626 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 83,645 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 83,644 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 79,274 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2017 76,490 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 76,490 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 70,480 miles

Brakes ; imbalance on rear brakes 17 %

Lighting ; n/s/f position lamp deteriorated

Note ; clutch pedal requires attention

Note ; ref uneven tyre wear , recommend front wheel alignment ( tracking ) check / adjust

Note ; tailgate handle partially seized , recommend attention

Tyres ; n/s/r object in tread , suspect punctured

Tyres ; o/s/f secondary tread bald at inner edge , suspect close to cords , recommend replace

Wheel trims , various covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Pass 28 Feb 2015 64,462 miles

n/s/f tyre low tread

tested in wet conditions

Pass 10 Mar 2014 57,238 miles

Brakes ; imbalance on rear brakes 15 %

Engine ; oil leak , dripping at filter , recommend attention

Registration ; rear plate deteriorated

Wheel trims / various covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Fail 14 Mar 2013 49,607 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 49,607 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 41,087 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Mar 2011 36,054 miles

nearside rear tyre slight cut inner sidewall no cords showing

Pass 19 Mar 2010 32,258 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Mar 2009 27,821 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 23,274 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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DA54 RNV is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 999cc 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 DA54 RNV, 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 DA54 RNV registered?

DA54 RNV is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 6 December 2004.

Is DA54 RNV safe to buy?

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