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GF55 DDK

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,209 mi
Last recorded81,209 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 DDK
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 81,209 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 72,689 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2017 72,689 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 64,386 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 64,386 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 30 May 2015 57,397 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 57,397 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 50,932 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 45,496 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 45,286 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 36,951 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 36,951 miles

Offside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake disc scored

Pass 19 Apr 2011 30,330 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 24,112 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 18,010 miles

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

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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GF55 DDK is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF55 DDK, 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 GF55 DDK?

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What year was GF55 DDK registered?

GF55 DDK is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is GF55 DDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 DDK shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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