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DN54 LXJ

2004 Kia Picanto

Bronze Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,386 mi
Last recorded62,386 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN54 LXJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 62,386 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 May 2023 57,570 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 5 May 2023 57,570 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 57,522 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jan 2022 57,522 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 31 May 2016 55,961 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 51,469 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2015 51,469 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 47,072 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 43,027 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 39,325 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 35,100 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 29,556 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 23,978 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 19,173 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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DN54 LXJ is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Bronze with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DN54 LXJ, 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.

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What year was DN54 LXJ registered?

DN54 LXJ is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 22 December 2004.

Is DN54 LXJ safe to buy?

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