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LB55 JXU

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

104,784 mi
Last recorded104,784 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2022 104,784 miles

Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported front to rears (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 27 Jan 2022 104,784 miles

Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported front to rears (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 102,524 miles

all 4 coil springs rusting

near side front tyre starting to wear on inner edge /small cut in outer side wall /4mm left tread

rear pads look to be 50% left hard to see

Fail 11 Nov 2020 102,524 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed showing / on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

all 4 coil springs rusting

near side front tyre starting to wear on inner edge /small cut in outer side wall /4mm left tread

rear pads look to be 50% left hard to see

Pass 21 Oct 2019 100,872 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 97,050 miles

small marks in front screen

Pass 24 Oct 2017 91,502 miles

off side front tyre worn on inner edge tread 5mm left

small blow on rear exhaust box joint area

small marks in front screen

Pass 1 Nov 2016 85,200 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 77,298 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 70,029 miles

near side front tyre starting to wear on inner edge tread 4mm

Pass 18 Oct 2013 61,307 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 54,598 miles

small cracks in near side rear tyre /tyre out of shape

small damage to off side front wheel /rim

Pass 2 Nov 2011 47,639 miles

item removed from interior mirror for mot

small cracks in near side rear tyre

Pass 8 Nov 2010 40,097 miles

offside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 9 Nov 2009 32,326 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 21,242 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 JXU is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 JXU, 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 JXU registered?

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

Is LB55 JXU safe to buy?

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