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DN54 VGX

2004 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,194 mi
Last recorded79,194 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN54 VGX
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 79,194 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 70,983 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 57,112 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 46,731 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 38,147 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 38,147 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 34,747 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2012 31,214 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 31,214 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 27,299 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 23,261 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2009 19,028 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2009 19,028 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)

Pass 29 Dec 2008 14,540 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 9,547 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 VGX is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,086cc 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 VGX, 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 VGX?

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What year was DN54 VGX registered?

DN54 VGX is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is DN54 VGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN54 VGX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DN54 VGX have outstanding finance?

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