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FE55 USB

2005 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

59,624 mi
Last recorded59,624 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 USB
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2019 59,624 miles

Discs worn, tyres Approaching limit, play in rack, brake pipes corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2017 56,410 miles

Exhaust corroded

Fail 5 Sep 2017 56,399 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre pipe flexi split (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive excessive co2 reading (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 51,514 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 51,514 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 45,722 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 165/60/14 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged ABS Ring (3.4.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 165/60/14 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 41,026 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 34,418 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 30,753 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 27,098 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 27,097 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 22,062 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine warning light stays on

nearside wiper blade starting to split advise changing blade

unable to see front and rear brake pads through wheel slots

Pass 24 Aug 2009 16,066 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 8,148 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Aug 2008 8,148 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FE55 USB is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FE55 USB, 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 FE55 USB registered?

FE55 USB is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is FE55 USB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE55 USB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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