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EA05 RXN

2005 Kia Picanto

Orange Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

55,173 mi
Last recorded55,173 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA05 RXN
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 55,173 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs worn and corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 May 2017 46,943 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 40,221 miles

MOT test carried out in wet condition

Fail 19 May 2015 35,256 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nearside wiper split

Pass 19 May 2015 35,256 miles

nearside wiper split

Pass 23 May 2014 29,992 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 26,413 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 24,691 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 22,235 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 19,281 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 16,239 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2008 12,753 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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EA05 RXN is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Orange with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EA05 RXN, 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 EA05 RXN?

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What year was EA05 RXN registered?

EA05 RXN is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is EA05 RXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA05 RXN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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