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LC55 UVU

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,975 mi
Last recorded54,975 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2012
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 UVU
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2012 54,975 miles

Both front wiper blades slightly deteriorated

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

eml light on

rear wiper split

Pass 26 Oct 2011 53,348 miles

offside rear tyre has a cut not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

Pass 12 Oct 2010 47,823 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2010 47,823 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 39,872 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 30,121 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 UVU is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UVU, 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 UVU?

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What year was LC55 UVU registered?

LC55 UVU is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 8 December 2005.

Is LC55 UVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC55 UVU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LC55 UVU have outstanding finance?

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