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GF05 RWY

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,668 mi
Last recorded82,668 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 RWY
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2019 82,668 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2019 82,668 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak center to rear box . hole due to corrosion (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested dip beam not working (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 78,467 miles

offside front tyre inner worn 1656014

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Apr 2018 78,467 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Stop lamp not working hi line (1.2.1b)

offside front tyre inner worn 1656014

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 73,415 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damage (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel 16% (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 68,286 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 63,139 miles

nearside rear tyre has a screw in it

offside rear tyre very worn on inner edge

slight damage to front number plate

Pass 23 Apr 2014 58,088 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear seat belts retracting slow

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Apr 2014 58,081 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear seat belts retracting slow

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 52,848 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

unable to see brake pads condition through this type of hub cap

Pass 4 May 2012 47,084 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

unable to see front and rear brake pad condition through this type of wheel rim

Pass 6 May 2011 40,593 miles

washer bottle leaking

Pass 7 May 2010 32,563 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 25,135 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 18,777 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 18,777 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.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 RWY is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RWY, 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.

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What year was GF05 RWY registered?

GF05 RWY is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is GF05 RWY safe to buy?

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