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DN54 LXK

2004 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

39,991 mi
Last recorded39,991 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN54 LXK
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2017 39,991 miles

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

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Offside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Oct 2017 39,991 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Offside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 36,206 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 36,202 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 30,589 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 24,948 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 21,199 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 19,213 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 17,364 miles

n/s/f tyre slight deterioration of side wall

n/s/r tyre slight deterioration of side wall

Pass 30 Dec 2010 15,357 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 11,804 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)

o/s front tyre scrubbed on inner edge

Pass 31 Dec 2008 8,842 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 6,575 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 LXK is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LXK, 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 DN54 LXK?

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What year was DN54 LXK registered?

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

Is DN54 LXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN54 LXK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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