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DX05 OZV

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

93,340 mi
Last recorded93,340 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 OZV
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 93,340 miles
Fail 7 May 2026 93,340 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 May 2025 89,820 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 87,840 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 87,840 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2023 84,430 miles
Fail 20 May 2023 84,430 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 81,871 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 78,122 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 78,122 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 74,560 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 73,330 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2019 73,330 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 69,932 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 69,932 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 65,001 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 59,681 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 59,681 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 53,397 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 53,397 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 45,998 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 45,998 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 37,717 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 29,287 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 29,287 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 23,335 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 19,011 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 14,706 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 OZV is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OZV, 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 OZV?

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What year was DX05 OZV registered?

DX05 OZV is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is DX05 OZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 OZV shows 28 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX05 OZV have outstanding finance?

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