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LC05 FSV

2005 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,350 mi
Last recorded85,350 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 FSV
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2017 85,350 miles

Rear coil spring corroded Both Sides (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 6 Apr 2017 85,350 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

rear brake recording little or no effort Both Sides (3.7.B.5a)

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (3.5.1i)

Rear coil spring corroded Both Sides (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 81,379 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 77,614 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 Apr 2015 77,612 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 75,159 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 66,613 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 56,663 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 46,943 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 37,384 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 30,078 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 22,533 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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LC05 FSV is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 LC05 FSV, 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 LC05 FSV registered?

LC05 FSV is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is LC05 FSV safe to buy?

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