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KC55 PKN

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

79,830 mi
Last recorded79,830 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC55 PKN
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2015 79,830 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 76,381 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 72,606 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 72,606 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Nov 2012 67,780 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2012 67,780 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 63,083 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 19 Nov 2010 58,192 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 58,192 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 49,679 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 38,780 miles

rear brake pads look low

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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KC55 PKN is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KC55 PKN, 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 KC55 PKN registered?

KC55 PKN is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is KC55 PKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC55 PKN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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