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FN55 KXP

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

123,787 mi
Last recorded123,787 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN55 KXP
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2016 123,787 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Fail 9 Dec 2016 123,776 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 120,851 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 5 Dec 2015 129,850 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both sides (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 112,804 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 100,349 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 85,157 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2011 70,332 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 64,124 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 51,720 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 38,921 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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FN55 KXP is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FN55 KXP, 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 FN55 KXP registered?

FN55 KXP is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is FN55 KXP safe to buy?

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