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GF05 RXJ

2005 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

71,772 mi
Last recorded71,772 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 RXJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 71,772 miles

clutch worn

Fail 10 Mar 2026 71,772 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

clutch worn

Pass 11 Mar 2025 69,145 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2024 65,035 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2024 65,035 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 61,411 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2023 61,409 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 57,486 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 53,068 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Mar 2021 53,068 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 50,114 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 41,513 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 30,967 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

bonnet secondary / safety catch inoperative

Fail 22 Jun 2018 30,967 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre five individual nails !!!! ()

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

bonnet secondary / safety catch inoperative

Pass 22 Jun 2017 19,035 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 17,679 miles

Nearside rear tyre has deep cracks but no cords or plys exposed at present

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

Pass 27 May 2015 16,464 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 15,635 miles

n/s/r tyre tread cracking

Pass 25 Jun 2013 14,663 miles

n/s/f tyre bald inner edge and cracking outer edge

o/s/f tyre bald inner edge and cracking outer edge

Pass 27 Jun 2012 13,485 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 12,541 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 10,771 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 10,771 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 9,837 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 8,110 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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GF05 RXJ is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 RXJ, 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 GF05 RXJ registered?

GF05 RXJ is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is GF05 RXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 RXJ shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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