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HJZ 6836

2004 Kia Picanto LX

Black Other 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

80,008 mi
Last recorded80,008 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto LX39,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJZ 6836
MakeKia
ModelPicanto LX
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,086cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2019 80,008 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 79,850 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 67,244 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2018 66,978 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Picanto LX?

Based on 894 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
4,258
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21
position lamp(s) not working 14
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Registration plate lamp not working 6
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HJZ 6836 is a 2004 Kia Picanto LX in Black with a 1,086cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2004 Kia Picanto LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 39,576 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kia Picanto LX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJZ 6836, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Picanto LX typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Kia Picanto LX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJZ 6836 registered?

HJZ 6836 is a 2004 Kia Picanto LX, first registered on 16 August 2004.

Is HJZ 6836 safe to buy?

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