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KS05 YLC

2005 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

46,456 mi
Last recorded46,456 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 YLC
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 46,456 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2026 46,456 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 40,608 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 38,885 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 35,595 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 34,167 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 32,068 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 30,906 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 29,700 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge rest 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge rest 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Sep 2018 29,700 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge rest 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge rest 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 27,089 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 23,011 miles

Offside Rear brake sticks slightly

Pass 1 Sep 2015 19,955 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 16,946 miles

offside rear tyre low on inner edge and has a deep cut in it but am unable to see cord at this stage 165/60r14

rear wiper does not clear screen fully

Pass 3 Sep 2013 15,340 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 15,324 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

spare wheel inflation kit out of date

Pass 31 Aug 2012 13,587 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 13,584 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 11,810 miles

tyres in poor condition.

various damage on vehicle.

Pass 27 Jul 2010 9,759 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 7,879 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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KS05 YLC is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 KS05 YLC, 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 KS05 YLC registered?

KS05 YLC is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is KS05 YLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 YLC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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