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EG05 LPN

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

73,527 mi
Last recorded73,527 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG05 LPN
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 73,527 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2026 73,507 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2025 68,810 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Aug 2025 68,754 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 63,901 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 61,803 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 60,101 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight perishing on rear tyres

Pass 23 Aug 2021 59,057 miles

SLIGHT ENGINE OIL LEAK

Pass 17 Aug 2020 58,672 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 57,482 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2018 55,155 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 18 Aug 2017 52,220 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 48,554 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 44,765 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 44,765 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 41,104 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 37,369 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 37,369 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

nearside front tyre worn low inner shoulder

Pass 22 Aug 2012 33,661 miles

Offside front tyre tread worn on inner shoulder 165/60 HR 14

Pass 12 Aug 2011 30,071 miles

rear pads worn low

Pass 21 Aug 2010 24,237 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 19,932 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 14,927 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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EG05 LPN is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 EG05 LPN, 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 EG05 LPN registered?

EG05 LPN is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 31 August 2005.

Is EG05 LPN safe to buy?

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