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MT55 APX

2005 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

52,974 mi
Last recorded52,974 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT55 APX
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 52,974 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 May 2016 47,892 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 47,843 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 44,340 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 May 2014 41,601 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 41,588 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

oil leak,suspect filter due to corrossion

Pass 8 May 2013 36,904 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 32,401 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 25,177 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 21,278 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)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 16,387 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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MT55 APX is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MT55 APX, 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 MT55 APX?

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What year was MT55 APX registered?

MT55 APX is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 26 November 2005.

Is MT55 APX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT55 APX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MT55 APX have outstanding finance?

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