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NU55 VLG

2005 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,829 mi
Last recorded45,829 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU55 VLG
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2015 45,829 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 37,454 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 32,831 miles

all four tyres slightly wearing on inner and outer edge

Pass 30 Jan 2012 29,094 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2011 25,328 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

REAR DISCS PITTED

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 19,282 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 14,058 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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NU55 VLG is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NU55 VLG, 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 NU55 VLG registered?

NU55 VLG is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is NU55 VLG safe to buy?

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Does NU55 VLG have outstanding finance?

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