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FP54 AWO

2004 Kia Picanto

Orange Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

18,658 mi
Last recorded18,658 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 AWO
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 18,658 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on breath (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 18,628 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 18,197 miles

slight corrosion underbody

Pass 26 Sep 2022 18,026 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 17,827 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 17,694 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 17,554 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 17,043 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 16,492 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 15,817 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 15,130 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 14,573 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 13,775 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 12,414 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 11,402 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 10,552 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 9,599 miles

Oil leak

Fail 6 Oct 2008 8,336 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 8,336 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 5,484 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 AWO is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Orange with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 AWO, 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 AWO?

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What year was FP54 AWO registered?

FP54 AWO is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 20 October 2004.

Is FP54 AWO safe to buy?

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