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HG05 YRK

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

56,562 mi
Last recorded56,562 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 YRK
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2018 56,562 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged phonic ring has a split (1.6 (e))

n/s/f suspension arm ball joint dust cover slightly split

o/s/r brake disc corroded on inner surface

slight play in n/s/f strut top with suspension hanging

Pass 6 Oct 2017 54,680 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 54,676 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 51,467 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly top mount (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 48,765 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 47,737 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 21 Mar 2014 47,734 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Mar 2013 45,872 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

OSR TYRE SLIGHT CUT BUT CORDS NOT EXPOSED

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2012 44,014 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 42,523 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 41,157 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 33,851 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 23,483 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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HG05 YRK is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HG05 YRK, 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 HG05 YRK registered?

HG05 YRK is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 21 June 2005.

Is HG05 YRK safe to buy?

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