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KK05 YST

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

45,588 mi
Last recorded45,588 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKK05 YST
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2024 45,588 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 40,383 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 31,368 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 29,830 miles

hand brake ratchet worn

rear no plate deteriorating

rear wiper worn

unable to fully inspect brake pads

Pass 14 Sep 2020 28,542 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

pads not visible,front abs rings corroding,rear brake bind,handbrake ratchet worn/sticking

rear number plate poor

wipers smearing

Pass 12 Sep 2019 26,982 miles

rear no plate deteriorating

Pass 13 Sep 2018 25,791 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

underbody surface corrosion,stood up long term

Pass 9 Sep 2017 25,411 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

underbody/brakes surface corrosion,parked up long term

Fail 9 Sep 2017 25,411 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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

underbody/brakes surface corrosion,parked up long term

Pass 3 Sep 2016 25,409 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all discs slight corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2015 25,395 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 25,175 miles

rear tyres perished,nail in o/s/r.

Pass 17 Aug 2013 24,395 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 23,602 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 22,721 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 21,973 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 18,607 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 15,266 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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KK05 YST is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 KK05 YST, 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 KK05 YST registered?

KK05 YST is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is KK05 YST safe to buy?

The MOT history for KK05 YST shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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