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LA55 FSJ

2006 Kia Picanto LX

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,064 mi
Last recorded39,064 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2009
Typical for 2006 Kia Picanto LX47,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA55 FSJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto LX
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2009 39,064 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 37,147 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

nearside front head lamp damaged

nearside front of vehicle damaged

offside front road rim damaged

Pass 15 May 2008 11,984 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Picanto LX?

Based on 894 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
4,258
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21
position lamp(s) not working 14
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Registration plate lamp not working 6
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LA55 FSJ is a 2006 Kia Picanto LX in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Kia Picanto LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 47,946 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 LX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA55 FSJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Picanto LX typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Kia Picanto LX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LA55 FSJ registered?

LA55 FSJ is a 2006 Kia Picanto LX, first registered on 21 February 2006.

Is LA55 FSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA55 FSJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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