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DG54 GXZ

2004 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

94,419 mi
Last recorded94,419 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG54 GXZ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 94,419 miles

Coil spring corroded x 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively x 2 (1.2.1 (e))

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 90,337 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 84,286 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 79,617 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 74,626 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 74,626 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 67,347 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2014 60,039 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 60,038 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 52,095 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 52,091 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 44,711 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 38,486 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 33,638 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 29,258 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 24,077 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 19,310 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 GXZ is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GXZ, 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 DG54 GXZ?

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What year was DG54 GXZ registered?

DG54 GXZ is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is DG54 GXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG54 GXZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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