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LY05 SSX

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,480 mi
Last recorded64,480 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 SSX
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2024 64,480 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake poor (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 61,478 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2023 61,478 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Nov 2022 59,578 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 56,581 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 53,340 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 53,339 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 51,356 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2018 46,029 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 46,029 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 39,892 miles

Offside front tyre inner edge worn

Pass 3 Oct 2016 34,158 miles

play in o/s front top suspension mount

Pass 23 Oct 2015 30,948 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 30,629 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 30,629 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 May 2012 29,190 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 27,168 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 24,457 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 20,398 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 16,239 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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LY05 SSX 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 80%.

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 LY05 SSX, 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 LY05 SSX registered?

LY05 SSX is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is LY05 SSX safe to buy?

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