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LC05 LHX

2005 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

90,084 mi
Last recorded90,084 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 LHX
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2020 90,084 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 88,923 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 85,257 miles

wheel trims fitted at time of test preventing full inspection of brake pads

Pass 8 May 2015 81,748 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 78,065 miles

Brake pedal rubber worn on edge

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Offside rear tyre cracking/cuts but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords at time of mot test

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

Fail 2 May 2014 78,065 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake pedal rubber worn on edge

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Offside rear tyre cracking/cuts but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords at time of mot test

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

Pass 1 May 2013 73,443 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 68,379 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2011 59,962 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2011 59,962 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 48,163 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2009 37,867 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 26,492 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 LHX is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LHX, 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 LC05 LHX registered?

LC05 LHX is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is LC05 LHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC05 LHX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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