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DG54 FWJ

2004 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

55,510 mi
Last recorded55,510 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG54 FWJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 55,510 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 54,825 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 45,829 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit rears tyer (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 43,864 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 41,774 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 40,505 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 39,722 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 32,752 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 25,820 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 18,323 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2010 18,323 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 11,871 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 9,267 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 7,926 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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DG54 FWJ is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DG54 FWJ, 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

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What year was DG54 FWJ registered?

DG54 FWJ is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 16 September 2004.

Is DG54 FWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG54 FWJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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