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FV05 YMS

2005 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

55,158 mi
Last recorded55,158 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 YMS
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2019 55,158 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Jan 2019 55,156 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 40,445 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 30,546 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 23,031 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 22,622 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Jan 2015 21,121 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2013 21,066 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2013 21,066 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 20,711 miles

165/60 r14

nearside rear tyre wearing low on outer edge

Pass 18 Apr 2011 20,450 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 18,974 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 15,926 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 11,479 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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FV05 YMS is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FV05 YMS, 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 FV05 YMS registered?

FV05 YMS is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is FV05 YMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 YMS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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