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HG55 XKO

2005 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

107,972 mi
Last recorded107,972 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG55 XKO
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2020 107,972 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 107,972 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 103,363 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 103,363 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 93,948 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 93,948 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 89,005 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

centre pipe rusty at joint to rear box

Pass 2 Sep 2016 79,655 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge and cut in sidewall

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak on gearbox ()

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

brake pedal rubber is worn

could not visually assess front or rear brake pads

high level brake light not working

Fail 30 Aug 2016 79,550 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge and cut in sidewall

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak on gearbox ()

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

brake pedal rubber is worn

could not visually assess front or rear brake pads

front and rear brake discs appear to be in poor condition

high level brake light not working

Pass 2 Sep 2015 73,242 miles

O/S/F TYRE WEARING ON EDGE

Oil leak

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 67,485 miles

Oil leak

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

Rear tyres deteriorating and tread low

Pass 14 Aug 2013 61,992 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Fail 14 Aug 2013 61,992 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 4 Sep 2012 56,124 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 47,836 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Sep 2010 43,188 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 35,631 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 29,691 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 15,259 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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HG55 XKO is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 HG55 XKO, 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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What year was HG55 XKO registered?

HG55 XKO is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is HG55 XKO safe to buy?

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