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LB05 WVZ

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

48,773 mi
Last recorded48,773 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 WVZ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 48,773 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn smooth on inside edge

Pass 10 Sep 2015 42,143 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 33,640 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 22,919 miles

front brake pads appear thin

nsf tyre has splits in outer sidewall

rear brake pads appear thin

Pass 18 Sep 2012 17,121 miles

damage to outer wall of n/s/f tyre

rear brakes binding slightly unable to fully see brake pads

Pass 15 Sep 2011 16,235 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 15,282 miles

engine management light on

Fail 18 Aug 2010 15,282 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine management light on

Pass 11 Aug 2009 14,455 miles

less than 3mm of tread on o/s/f tyre

tracking may need adjustment!

Pass 6 Aug 2008 13,458 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

rear brakes binding slightly,both sides

tread low on edges on o/s/f tyre

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 WVZ is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WVZ, 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 WVZ registered?

LB05 WVZ is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is LB05 WVZ safe to buy?

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