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LB55 FXZ

2005 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

74,940 mi
Last recorded74,940 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB55 FXZ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2021 74,940 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Mar 2021 74,940 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 61,611 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 51,916 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2019 51,916 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2018 50,976 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 49,504 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 47,511 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 44,885 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 42,606 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 39,690 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 35,579 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 31,361 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 27,869 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 27,869 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 8,553 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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LB55 FXZ is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LB55 FXZ, 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 LB55 FXZ registered?

LB55 FXZ is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is LB55 FXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB55 FXZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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