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LC55 HZF

2005 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

40,838 mi
Last recorded40,838 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 HZF
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 40,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2024 39,884 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2024 39,884 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2023 39,399 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 38,720 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 37,894 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 37,380 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 36,381 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 34,427 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 34,422 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 32,600 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 31,026 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 28,969 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 26,138 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 22,938 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 20,703 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Oct 2011 18,580 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 15,583 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 12,889 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 9,489 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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LC55 HZF is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LC55 HZF, 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

How do I check the history of LC55 HZF?

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What year was LC55 HZF registered?

LC55 HZF is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is LC55 HZF safe to buy?

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