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LD05 TXJ

2005 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

40,497 mi
Last recorded40,497 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD05 TXJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2019 40,497 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre not repairable ()

high level brake lamp inop

oil leak under vehicle

Fail 17 Jan 2019 40,497 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

oil leak under vehicle

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre not repairable ()

high level brake lamp inop

Pass 5 Jan 2018 38,459 miles

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

high level brake light inop

Pass 16 Jan 2017 38,018 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2016 37,262 miles

rear wiper blade split

Fail 8 Jan 2016 37,262 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

rear wiper blade split

Pass 23 Jan 2015 35,939 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 35,939 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 34,439 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 32,533 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s o/s front screen wiper blades starting to split at ends but clearing screen at time of test suggest change

o/s front tyre outer wall scrubbed wear but not excessive at time of test

oil dampness around engine oil filter/seal area possible seal leaking suggest change oil/ and filter

unable to see or check front and rear brake pads with wheels/trims fitted

Pass 30 Jul 2011 30,929 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

oil leak around oil filter

osf brake binding slightly

Pass 28 Jul 2010 28,131 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 26 Jul 2010 28,131 miles

Centre Front Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Offside Front Lower Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jul 2009 24,838 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

bonnet release inop

Fail 22 Jul 2009 24,837 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

bonnet release inop

both rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 22 Jul 2008 23,679 miles

n/s o/s rear brake discs starting to corrode but not excessive at test and perfomance ok but suggest change soon or now

o/s front inner tyre tread only just legal at test and outer sidewall split but no reinforcing showing at test strongly suggest change now to avoid possible blow out

Fail 22 Jul 2008 23,679 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s o/s rear brake discs starting to corrode but not excessive at test and perfomance ok but suggest change soon or now

o/s front inner tyre tread only just legal at test and outer sidewall split but no reinforcing showing at test strongly suggest change now to avoid possible blow out

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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LD05 TXJ is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 LD05 TXJ, 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 LD05 TXJ registered?

LD05 TXJ is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 29 March 2005.

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