CarVerify

Free Car Check

ML05 DVP

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

84,765 mi
Last recorded84,765 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kia
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationML05 DVP
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2022 84,765 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 88,845 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 88,844 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 80,729 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2020 80,729 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 79,853 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 77,180 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2018 77,178 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking pipe to caliper union (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking rear of pads wet (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (rear portion) (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (rear portion) (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Rear axle corroded

nearside front outer constant velocity joint gaiter leaking slightly

Pass 21 Dec 2016 73,943 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (rear portion (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (rear portion (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak filter/sump? ()

nearside front outer constant velocity joint gaiter leaking slightly

rear axle offside lower spring mounting area corroded

Pass 7 Jan 2016 70,315 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 70,308 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 65,325 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 59,139 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 51,852 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 44,822 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 44,822 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 37,720 miles

rear tyres slightly perished/deteriorated

Fail 23 Dec 2010 37,720 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear tyres slightly perished/deteriorated

Fail 19 Jan 2010 27,883 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

unablew to fully inspect brake pads

Pass 19 Jan 2010 27,883 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

unablew to fully inspect brake pads

Pass 23 Feb 2009 23,734 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 19,317 miles

horn did not work on first press

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
Full Kia Picanto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

ML05 DVP is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 ML05 DVP, 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 ML05 DVP?

You can check the full history of ML05 DVP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ML05 DVP registered?

ML05 DVP is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is ML05 DVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML05 DVP shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ML05 DVP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on ML05 DVP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.