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MF55 VLK

2005 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,505 mi
Last recorded100,505 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF55 VLK
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 24 Jan 2018 100,505 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 93,308 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 83,577 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front exhaust damaged (flexy)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 75,430 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 69,687 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 66,169 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 55,999 miles

both rear tyres starting to perrish

Pass 1 Oct 2010 48,688 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 38,630 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 26,408 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 VLK is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 MF55 VLK, 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 VLK?

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What year was MF55 VLK registered?

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

Is MF55 VLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF55 VLK shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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