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DE05 KCO

2005 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,393 mi
Last recorded37,393 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 KCO
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 37,393 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2015 31,553 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 31,523 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

coolant low

Fail 16 May 2014 25,849 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2014 25,849 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2013 21,664 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 May 2012 17,403 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 May 2012 17,403 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 12,773 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 12,619 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 10,342 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 7,793 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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DE05 KCO is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 51,318 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 DE05 KCO, 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 21 years old, this Kia Picanto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DE05 KCO registered?

DE05 KCO is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is DE05 KCO safe to buy?

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