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GL05 KTJ

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

71,601 mi
Last recorded71,601 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 KTJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 71,601 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 70,832 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 63,770 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 60,484 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 57,949 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 57,944 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 54,652 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 49,916 miles

Front Brake Discs Worn and Corroded

Pass 1 Jun 2011 42,911 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2010 36,397 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 18 May 2009 26,329 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 17,950 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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GL05 KTJ is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 GL05 KTJ, 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 GL05 KTJ registered?

GL05 KTJ is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is GL05 KTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL05 KTJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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