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MM54 FNT

2005 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

63,824 mi
Last recorded63,824 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM54 FNT
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 63,824 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake just met the required efficiency

Pass 6 Jan 2025 56,942 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Jan 2025 56,942 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 50,820 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Jan 2024 50,820 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 40,524 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 39,805 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 39,368 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 39,000 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Jan 2020 39,000 miles

Brake performance not tested pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 37,687 miles

oil filler

Fail 26 Jan 2019 37,687 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

oil filler

Pass 18 Jan 2018 36,079 miles

engine warning light on

Fail 18 Jan 2018 36,079 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

engine warning light on

Pass 21 Jan 2017 33,623 miles

Offside Rear Inner tyre has deep cracks

Fail 21 Jan 2017 33,623 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear Inner tyre has deep cracks

Pass 27 Jan 2016 30,560 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 27,551 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 24,846 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 22,811 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 22,811 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 20,872 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 17,988 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 14,931 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 12,185 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 9,571 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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MM54 FNT is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 MM54 FNT, 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

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What year was MM54 FNT registered?

MM54 FNT is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 29 January 2005.

Is MM54 FNT safe to buy?

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