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LY05 VBB

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,727 mi
Last recorded15,727 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2009
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 VBB
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 25 Aug 2009 15,727 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 8,919 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 VBB is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VBB, 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

How do I check the history of LY05 VBB?

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What year was LY05 VBB registered?

LY05 VBB is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is LY05 VBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY05 VBB shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LY05 VBB have outstanding finance?

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