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GR55 CEX

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

82,469 mi
Last recorded82,469 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR55 CEX
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 82,469 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2024 82,469 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 79,403 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 Dec 2022 76,140 miles

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

Rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 29 Dec 2021 72,410 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 68,448 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2019 66,369 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2019 66,369 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2018 61,866 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 57,446 miles

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

Fail 28 Dec 2017 57,446 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 24 Dec 2016 51,974 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 46,400 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 40,351 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 35,763 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 30,193 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 25,075 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 21,793 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 20,530 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 20,530 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2008 16,964 miles

Offside Front Tyre Wearing Inner Edge.

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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GR55 CEX is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 GR55 CEX, 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

How do I check the history of GR55 CEX?

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What year was GR55 CEX registered?

GR55 CEX is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is GR55 CEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR55 CEX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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