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GJ55 VPV

2005 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,860 mi
Last recorded35,860 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 VPV
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 35,860 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 34,220 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 Sep 2016 34,220 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 32,463 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

PLASTIC SILL COVERS FITTED

Pass 9 Sep 2014 31,237 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 28,110 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 25,285 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 20,098 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 16,259 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 12,186 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 7,303 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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GJ55 VPV is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GJ55 VPV, 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 GJ55 VPV registered?

GJ55 VPV is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is GJ55 VPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ55 VPV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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