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EJ05 WFV

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

40,105 mi
Last recorded40,105 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 WFV
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 40,105 miles

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

advise hand brake travel

Pass 21 May 2025 36,630 miles
Fail 21 May 2025 36,630 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2024 34,008 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 31,353 miles
Fail 26 May 2023 31,353 miles

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

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 27 May 2022 29,006 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 25,769 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 25,769 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2020 24,743 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2020 24,741 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2019 22,515 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 21,551 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 20,704 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 26 May 2017 20,704 miles

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 May 2016 19,834 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread starting to crack.

Pass 29 May 2015 18,810 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 17,278 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 14,696 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 13,252 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 11,687 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 9,538 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 7,980 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 6,227 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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EJ05 WFV is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 EJ05 WFV, 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 EJ05 WFV?

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What year was EJ05 WFV registered?

EJ05 WFV is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is EJ05 WFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ05 WFV shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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