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LB55 KKU

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

94,101 mi
Last recorded94,101 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2016 94,101 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak ()

Fail 21 Oct 2016 94,101 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement caliper binding (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Oct 2015 84,149 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both rears & offside front brakes are slightly binding

Fail 16 Oct 2015 84,149 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both rears & offside front brakes are slightly binding

Fail 16 Oct 2014 73,485 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 73,485 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 67,705 miles

offside front tyre tread wearing low on edge

Fail 21 Oct 2013 67,689 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

offside front tyre tread wearing low on edge

Pass 24 Oct 2012 61,554 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 51,888 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 42,100 miles

both front tyres worn/low on inner edge

Fail 10 Nov 2010 42,100 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres worn/low on inner edge

Pass 18 Nov 2009 33,016 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 23,026 miles

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

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 KKU is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KKU, 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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LB55 KKU is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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