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NG05 MYJ

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,937 mi
Last recorded75,937 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG05 MYJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2015 75,937 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 73,543 miles

exhaust deteriated

front brake discs corroded

underside corroded

Fail 23 Jul 2014 73,543 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

exhaust deteriated

front brake discs corroded

underside corroded

Pass 6 Mar 2012 72,094 miles

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

Fail 29 Feb 2012 72,094 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2010 70,214 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 63,617 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 50,682 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 7 Jun 2008 50,682 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Bonnet wont open

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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NG05 MYJ is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NG05 MYJ, 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 NG05 MYJ registered?

NG05 MYJ is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is NG05 MYJ safe to buy?

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