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LT05 OAO

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

84,241 mi
Last recorded84,241 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 OAO
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 84,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 81,169 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 78,825 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 77,654 miles

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

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

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

bonnet safety catch not working

brake pedal anti slip condition

engine covers fitted & under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

off side front wheel slight binding

off side rear tyre cracking, and tyre cut too cords, but within limits

screen damage/stickers zone b

wheel trims fitted

Fail 19 Aug 2015 77,654 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

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

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

bonnet safety catch not working

brake pedal anti slip condition

engine covers fitted & under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

off side front wheel slight binding

off side rear tyre cracking, and tyre cut too cords, but within limits

screen damage/stickers zone b

wheel trims fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2014 72,883 miles

centre stoplight is ont working

hubcaps fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2013 62,737 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 51,196 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 40,569 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 39,957 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 32,383 miles

brake fluid low topped up during mot

Pass 14 Apr 2008 27,137 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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LT05 OAO is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 LT05 OAO, 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 LT05 OAO registered?

LT05 OAO is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is LT05 OAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT05 OAO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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