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GK55 PCF

2005 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

65,232 mi
Last recorded65,232 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 PCF
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 65,232 miles

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test both rear ()

Standard fitment seat belt missing both rear ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on edges (5.2.3 (e))

oil level on minimum

Pass 18 Sep 2023 52,965 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Pass 22 Sep 2022 42,008 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2021 32,293 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 31,524 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 30,347 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 28,866 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 27,589 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 27,589 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 26,341 miles

ac compressor leaking green dye

Pass 3 Sep 2015 24,378 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 24,378 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 22,230 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 20,185 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 18,254 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 15,934 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 13,717 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 11,525 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 9,184 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 9,184 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GK55 PCF is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GK55 PCF, 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 GK55 PCF registered?

GK55 PCF is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is GK55 PCF safe to buy?

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