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MM55 XDT

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

135,439 mi
Last recorded135,439 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM55 XDT
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 135,439 miles

o/s/f top strut mount slight play

oil leak

Fail 28 Jan 2019 135,439 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

o/s/f top strut mount slight play

oil leak

Pass 26 Jan 2018 131,934 miles

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

oil leak

Fail 25 Jan 2018 131,931 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner (3.5.1g)

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

o/s/r disc scored

oil leak

Pass 17 Jan 2017 125,763 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Fail 16 Jan 2017 125,761 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner front bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 29 Jan 2016 118,078 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 110,533 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 98,481 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 85,736 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 75,477 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 60,272 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 47,770 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 47,770 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 36,614 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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MM55 XDT is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MM55 XDT, 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 MM55 XDT registered?

MM55 XDT is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is MM55 XDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM55 XDT shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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