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LD55 GFZ

2005 Kia Picanto

Orange Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,992 mi
Last recorded56,992 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD55 GFZ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 56,992 miles

both fronts and o/s/r tyres are on the limit

front brake discs are corroding

n/s brake has slight bind

n/s park brake effort lower than average

rear brake discs are corroded

Pass 12 May 2015 56,947 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 52,696 miles

high level stop lamp not working

nearside rear tyre tread cracking

Fail 2 Aug 2012 52,696 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

high level stop lamp not working

nearside rear tyre tread cracking

Pass 9 Jul 2011 48,964 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 29,508 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 29,508 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 24,312 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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LD55 GFZ is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Orange with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LD55 GFZ, 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 LD55 GFZ registered?

LD55 GFZ is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 22 September 2005.

Is LD55 GFZ safe to buy?

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