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DE54 UJN

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

62,046 mi
Last recorded62,046 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE54 UJN
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2018 62,046 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 56,700 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

wheel trims fitted to all wheels at time of test preventing full inspection of brake pads

Pass 17 Nov 2015 584,627 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 52,787 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 52,787 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 50,805 miles

both front coil springs corroded

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyre outer sidewalls split

both top strut mounts haves slight free play

nearside headlamp slightly insecure

slight oil leaks

Fail 3 Dec 2013 50,805 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

both front coil springs corroded

both rear tyre outer sidewalls split

both top strut mounts haves slight free play

nearside headlamp slightly insecure

slight oil leaks

Pass 28 Nov 2012 48,815 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 41,778 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 38,045 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 35,480 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 27,538 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 19,240 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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DE54 UJN is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DE54 UJN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE54 UJN registered?

DE54 UJN is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 7 January 2005.

Is DE54 UJN safe to buy?

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