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GL05 XRR

2005 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

47,191 mi
Last recorded47,191 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2015 47,191 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 43,883 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 39,824 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 36,454 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 33,059 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 27,749 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 23,174 miles

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

Fail 23 Dec 2009 23,174 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 15,382 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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GL05 XRR is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XRR, 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.

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How do I check the history of GL05 XRR?

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What year was GL05 XRR registered?

GL05 XRR is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is GL05 XRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL05 XRR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL05 XRR have outstanding finance?

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