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MF55 FHN

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

92,391 mi
Last recorded92,391 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF55 FHN
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 92,391 miles

engine wet with oil

slight play o/s/f top shock mount

Pass 20 Jan 2017 80,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre worn close to wear bars

Fail 20 Jan 2017 80,772 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre worn close to wear bars

Pass 27 Jan 2016 67,888 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 67,888 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 57,444 miles

2x rear brakes slight binding

Pass 31 Jan 2014 51,437 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear wheels are binding slightly!

Fail 3 Oct 2012 46,203 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 46,203 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 41,697 miles

front no plate damaged

Pass 23 Sep 2010 37,269 miles

of/side front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 8 Sep 2009 30,330 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 20,474 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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MF55 FHN is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MF55 FHN, 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 MF55 FHN registered?

MF55 FHN is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is MF55 FHN safe to buy?

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