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LB05 RHZ

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,980 mi
Last recorded147,980 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 RHZ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 147,980 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

engine torque link worn

oil leak

rear bumper damaged

Pass 7 Apr 2017 137,032 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 137,013 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 126,597 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 114,503 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2015 114,503 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (3.4.3)

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

Fail 28 Oct 2013 102,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 28 Oct 2013 102,356 miles

Offside rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 26 Oct 2012 86,546 miles

Nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge

Pass 29 Oct 2011 70,514 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2011 70,514 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside front tyre badly worn on inner edge and close to legal limit

Nearside rear brake disc corroded

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 57,150 miles

Nearside rear brake disc slightly pitted

Pass 12 Aug 2009 48,452 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

wipers starting to deterate

Fail 24 Jun 2008 37,383 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 37,383 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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LB05 RHZ is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LB05 RHZ, 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.

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What year was LB05 RHZ registered?

LB05 RHZ is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 25 June 2005.

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