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LB55 GOE

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

50,199 mi
Last recorded50,199 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB55 GOE
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 50,199 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2022 50,191 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 47,131 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 43,946 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 43,900 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 May 2018 32,300 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 30,232 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 30,232 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 28,277 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 26,933 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 25,505 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 23,880 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 23,880 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 22,486 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 19,656 miles

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

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

both front tyres have age cracks

Pass 19 Dec 2009 17,494 miles

both front tyres have age cracks on side walls

Pass 19 Dec 2008 15,241 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 GOE is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GOE, 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

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What year was LB55 GOE registered?

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

Is LB55 GOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB55 GOE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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