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GF05 PZC

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,945 mi
Last recorded16,945 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 PZC
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 16,945 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 16,539 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 16,077 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front macpherson strut top mount slight play

Pass 10 Mar 2023 15,762 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 15,484 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 15,294 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 14,673 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 14,200 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 13,515 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @3mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak Oil filter ()

Pass 16 Mar 2017 12,474 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 12,187 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 11,647 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 10,670 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 10,670 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 9,281 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 8,472 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 8,260 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 5,207 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 4,740 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 4,740 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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GF05 PZC is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GF05 PZC, 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

How do I check the history of GF05 PZC?

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What year was GF05 PZC registered?

GF05 PZC is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is GF05 PZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 PZC shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GF05 PZC have outstanding finance?

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