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KP55 SWJ

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,043 mi
Last recorded41,043 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2011
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP55 SWJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2011 41,043 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 33,314 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 25,877 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 20,788 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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KP55 SWJ is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KP55 SWJ, 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

How do I check the history of KP55 SWJ?

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What year was KP55 SWJ registered?

KP55 SWJ is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 29 October 2005.

Is KP55 SWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP55 SWJ shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KP55 SWJ have outstanding finance?

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