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DE54 JXF

2004 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

42,427 mi
Last recorded42,427 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE54 JXF
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Oct 2020 42,427 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2019 38,474 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 38,474 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 31,226 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 29,083 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 27,694 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 26,234 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 24,475 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 22,821 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 20,641 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 18,548 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 16,456 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 14,062 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 14,062 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 11,131 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 9,087 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Oct 2007 9,087 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DE54 JXF is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DE54 JXF, 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

How do I check the history of DE54 JXF?

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What year was DE54 JXF registered?

DE54 JXF is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 5 November 2004.

Is DE54 JXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE54 JXF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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