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HD05 GJJ

2005 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

81,461 mi
Last recorded81,461 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD05 GJJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2016 81,461 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2016 81,460 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 59,054 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 11 Aug 2015 59,054 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 49,219 miles

nearside rear brake slightly binding

offside front tyre void of tread on inner edge

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 45,796 miles

Nearside rear outer tyre wall starting to perish

Offside rear outer tyre wall starting to perish

Pass 20 Aug 2012 41,669 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inside

offside wiper blade deteriorating

Pass 23 Aug 2011 36,854 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 31,054 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 25,238 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 19,837 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inside

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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HD05 GJJ is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HD05 GJJ, 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 HD05 GJJ registered?

HD05 GJJ is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 26 August 2005.

Is HD05 GJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD05 GJJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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