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LA54 HLU

2005 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,351 mi
Last recorded21,351 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2011
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA54 HLU
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Feb 2011 21,351 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 18,080 miles

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

nearside wiper blade slightly torn

Pass 2 Feb 2009 14,517 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 11,479 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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LA54 HLU is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,099cc 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 LA54 HLU, 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 LA54 HLU?

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What year was LA54 HLU registered?

LA54 HLU is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 18 February 2005.

Is LA54 HLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA54 HLU 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 LA54 HLU have outstanding finance?

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