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DX05 LDU

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,195 mi
Last recorded27,195 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 LDU
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2026 27,195 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

oil level over filled

Pass 3 Mar 2025 25,467 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 23,457 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 21,620 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 19,381 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 17,797 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 15,624 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 14,507 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 13,995 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 12,630 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 11,726 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 10,910 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 10,328 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 9,489 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 8,321 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 7,150 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 6,212 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 5,090 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 3,671 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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DX05 LDU is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DX05 LDU, 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

How do I check the history of DX05 LDU?

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What year was DX05 LDU registered?

DX05 LDU is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is DX05 LDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 LDU shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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