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LD55 ZVU

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

55,700 mi
Last recorded55,700 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD55 ZVU
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2024 55,700 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 54,550 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2022 53,879 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Feb 2022 53,879 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 52,743 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 52,188 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 52,016 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 52,016 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 51,803 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 51,799 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 51,333 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 48,739 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 45,213 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 41,256 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 36,312 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 32,213 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 28,187 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 23,866 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 18,611 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 13,272 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 ZVU is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 ZVU, 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 LD55 ZVU registered?

LD55 ZVU is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is LD55 ZVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD55 ZVU shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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