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EG04 VEP

2004 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

117,260 mi
Last recorded117,260 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG04 VEP
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Aug 2020 117,260 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Mobile Phone Cradle ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

secondary bonnet catch unservicable

Throttle sticking open

Pass 2 Aug 2019 111,976 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 111,340 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 109,234 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 107,590 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 104,917 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 102,734 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 100,314 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 95,185 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 95,185 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 88,495 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 86,571 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 78,261 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 65,545 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 48,125 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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EG04 VEP 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 86.7%.

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 EG04 VEP, 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.

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What year was EG04 VEP registered?

EG04 VEP is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 23 July 2004.

Is EG04 VEP safe to buy?

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