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KU05 DBO

2005 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

86,228 mi
Last recorded86,228 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 DBO
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2022 86,228 miles

Front exhaust deteriorated but not leaking at the time of test

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Dec 2022 86,152 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Front exhaust deteriorated but not leaking at the time of test

Pass 17 Jan 2022 75,764 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 72,251 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2020 72,251 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 69,496 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 69,496 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 60,886 miles

Central Rear high level light not working

Pass 3 Jan 2018 55,871 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 54,461 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 54,461 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 51,247 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2015 51,247 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2014 45,222 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 45,021 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 35,344 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2013 24,384 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 24,382 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 21,770 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 15,234 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 10,563 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 4,495 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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KU05 DBO is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 KU05 DBO, 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 KU05 DBO?

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What year was KU05 DBO registered?

KU05 DBO is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 5 March 2005.

Is KU05 DBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU05 DBO shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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