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MF55 VLE

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

102,536 mi
Last recorded102,536 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF55 VLE
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 102,536 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2021 102,526 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 90,582 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 90,469 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 83,783 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2018 83,608 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 52,901 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 51,327 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 43,658 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 37,783 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 31,546 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2010 24,815 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 24,815 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 19,535 miles

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

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

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 VLE is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VLE, 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 MF55 VLE?

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What year was MF55 VLE registered?

MF55 VLE is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 12 September 2005.

Is MF55 VLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF55 VLE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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