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DU05 HDC

2005 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,655 mi
Last recorded59,655 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU05 HDC
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 59,655 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 14 May 2018 58,431 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 58,431 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 56,549 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 52,836 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 52,836 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 49,109 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 45,788 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 45,786 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 42,105 miles

brake pipes covered in grease making hard to inspect

centre stop light not working ????

coil springs slight corrosion ?but still complete

Pass 20 Feb 2012 36,083 miles

both front tyres worn on edge ???

brake pipes cover in grease hard to inspection

rear pads getting close to wear limit ???

Pass 25 Feb 2011 31,550 miles

Both front suspension top mounts have slight movement off load

Coil springs complete

Rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 15 Feb 2010 26,779 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 20,087 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 20,087 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 11,790 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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DU05 HDC is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 51,318 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 DU05 HDC, 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 21 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 DU05 HDC registered?

DU05 HDC is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is DU05 HDC safe to buy?

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