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FP54 AWJ

2004 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

53,100 mi
Last recorded53,100 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 AWJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2017 53,100 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)

under vehicle suspension/braking components are slightly corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2016 50,930 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 47,746 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 44,414 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2014 44,414 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 36,854 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 30,520 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 25,666 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 25,563 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 19,165 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 17,944 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 15,906 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 13,801 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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FP54 AWJ is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2004 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 52,948 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 FP54 AWJ, 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 22 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 FP54 AWJ?

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What year was FP54 AWJ registered?

FP54 AWJ is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 27 October 2004.

Is FP54 AWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP54 AWJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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