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LC05 CHF

2005 Kia Picanto

Orange Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

96,058 mi
Last recorded96,058 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 CHF
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Fail 7 Apr 2021 96,058 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear seats not in use at time of test.

Pass 31 Jul 2019 93,891 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2019 93,891 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 91,790 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn inner edge close to legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 87,762 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 82,131 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 82,131 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 75,894 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2015 75,894 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 69,851 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 63,596 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 55,207 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 12 Apr 2012 55,207 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 47,789 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 40,596 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 9 Apr 2010 40,596 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 8 Apr 2009 34,098 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 34,098 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 26,185 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 26,185 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a) DANGEROUS

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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LC05 CHF is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Orange with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LC05 CHF, 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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LC05 CHF is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 25 April 2005.

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