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LC55 UOS

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

121,677 mi
Last recorded121,677 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 UOS
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2017 121,677 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 121,625 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back box (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2016 113,312 miles

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

all tyres perished

Pass 16 Jan 2015 101,779 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2014 91,194 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 75,459 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 61,137 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 47,679 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 34,296 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 UOS is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 UOS, 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 UOS registered?

LC55 UOS is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 7 December 2005.

Is LC55 UOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC55 UOS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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