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FY55 XRH

2005 Kia Picanto

Orange Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

56,497 mi
Last recorded56,497 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 XRH
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2024 56,497 miles

Front Both side top mount slight worn would recommend to change soon

Rear brake disc slight corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2023 51,772 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 51,134 miles

Rear springs rusted

Fail 27 Jun 2022 51,134 miles

Central Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Rear springs rusted

Pass 30 Jun 2021 49,565 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

brake fluid looks discoloured

Fail 30 Jun 2021 49,565 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

brake fluid looks discoloured

Pass 2 Jul 2020 48,611 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 46,555 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 44,600 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 42,019 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 39,164 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 36,230 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 35,388 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 34,196 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 32,749 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 31,405 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 29,935 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 22,062 miles

Slight movement in nearside front top suspension mount

Fail 30 Oct 2008 22,062 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Slight movement in nearside front top suspension mount

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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FY55 XRH is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Orange with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FY55 XRH, 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 FY55 XRH registered?

FY55 XRH is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is FY55 XRH safe to buy?

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