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LB05 VWR

2005 Kia Picanto

Orange Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

77,539 mi
Last recorded77,539 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 VWR
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 77,539 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 76,635 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 75,941 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 74,783 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 74,049 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 73,370 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 69,571 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 69,571 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 69,142 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 69,142 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 68,608 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 68,608 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 66,146 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 61,759 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 57,034 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 57,034 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 51,984 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 51,984 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 46,968 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 40,824 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 35,099 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 29,342 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Aug 2008 22,215 miles

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

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

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 VWR is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Orange with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LB05 VWR, 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 LB05 VWR?

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What year was LB05 VWR registered?

LB05 VWR is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is LB05 VWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB05 VWR shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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