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LC55 JCU

2005 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

75,694 mi
Last recorded75,694 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 JCU
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2018 75,694 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 69,783 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 62,220 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2016 61,897 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 54,139 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 53,997 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

engine light on

Pass 21 Oct 2014 49,230 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 43,813 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 37,029 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2011 30,432 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 25,709 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 19,501 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 15,004 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 JCU is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Red with a 999cc 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 LC55 JCU, 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 LC55 JCU registered?

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

Is LC55 JCU safe to buy?

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