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LC55 JNJ

2005 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

81,249 mi
Last recorded81,249 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 JNJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 81,249 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2026 81,249 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 61,937 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 60,153 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 59,358 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 58,488 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 57,929 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2020 57,929 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 56,026 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 53,563 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 53,563 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 51,602 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 51,602 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 49,058 miles

Centre stop lamp inoperative

Fail 27 Oct 2015 49,058 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Centre stop lamp inoperative

Unable to see rear brake pads

Pass 28 Oct 2014 45,545 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 41,789 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 41,789 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2012 38,031 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 38,031 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 33,420 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2010 28,723 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 28,723 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 24,308 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 30 Oct 2008 19,092 miles

front tyres - tread low & worn on inner edges - strongly advise change

Fail 30 Oct 2008 19,092 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front tyres - tread low & worn on inner edges - strongly advise change

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 JNJ is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 LC55 JNJ, 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 LC55 JNJ registered?

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

Is LC55 JNJ safe to buy?

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