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EX05 XGR

2005 Kia Picanto

Orange Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

76,663 mi
Last recorded76,663 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 XGR
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2021 76,663 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 75,416 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 73,867 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 73,867 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 64,717 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 55,460 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 55,460 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 46,498 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 46,498 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 41,193 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 40,766 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 40,766 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 40,117 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 39,087 miles

Both N/S tyres starting to crack.

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 37,660 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 37,643 miles

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 36,084 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 34,051 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 34,049 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 30,863 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 22,926 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 22,926 miles

Offside Front Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)

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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EX05 XGR is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Orange with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 EX05 XGR, 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.

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What year was EX05 XGR registered?

EX05 XGR is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is EX05 XGR safe to buy?

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