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GV05 FDZ

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,315 mi
Last recorded71,315 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 FDZ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2015 71,315 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 69,158 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 68,390 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

osf tyre starting to crack/perish

osr tyre starting to crack/perish

Pass 29 Jun 2012 67,437 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 65,667 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 65,667 miles

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

puncture in n/s/r tyre

Pass 1 Jul 2010 63,485 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 58,003 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 58,003 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 45,939 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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GV05 FDZ is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV05 FDZ, 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 GV05 FDZ registered?

GV05 FDZ is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is GV05 FDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 FDZ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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