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GL05 UJA

2005 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

90,440 mi
Last recorded90,440 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 UJA
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 90,440 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 84,779 miles

Offside Front top strut mount has play

brake fluid on minimum

Pass 24 Jul 2015 78,258 miles

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

daamp around power steering fluid resevoir

Fail 23 Jul 2015 78,256 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

both front tyres worn low on edges

daamp around power steering fluid resevoir

Pass 18 Jul 2014 71,784 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

damp around power steering fluid resevoir

Pass 22 Jul 2013 65,224 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 58,953 miles

bad connection in 1 number plate light

front brake discs worn

rear tyres cracked

Fail 24 Jul 2012 58,953 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

bad connection in 1 number plate light

front brake discs worn

rear tyres cracked

Pass 22 Jul 2011 52,954 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 52,952 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

slight inbalance of rear brakes

high level stop lamp inoperative

Pass 23 Jul 2010 46,359 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 20 Jul 2009 39,042 miles

high level stop lamp inoperative

slight play in front strut top mountings

Pass 21 Jul 2008 31,638 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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 UJA is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GL05 UJA, 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 UJA registered?

GL05 UJA is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is GL05 UJA safe to buy?

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