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LB55 JWD

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,918 mi
Last recorded30,918 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB55 JWD
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2020 30,918 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2019 30,453 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 30,452 miles

Front Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Coil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front n/s and o/s lower wishbones slight corrosion

Front sub frame areas of corrosion

Pass 12 Jan 2018 29,985 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 29,976 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front tyre slight perishing on outer tread shoulder

Pass 9 Jan 2017 29,425 miles

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

Offside Front front parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 28,999 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 27,447 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 26,129 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 24,521 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 23,469 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 23,467 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 21,419 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 19,834 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 18,188 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 JWD is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 JWD, 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 JWD registered?

LB55 JWD is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is LB55 JWD safe to buy?

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