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PF05 GXW

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

86,201 mi
Last recorded86,201 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF05 GXW
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 86,201 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 68,174 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 63,629 miles

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

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

front wipers starting to deteriorate

slight play in f/o/s top mount

Pass 18 Sep 2014 58,777 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 46,441 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 38,295 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 35,625 miles

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

nearside front wiper sligthly split

Pass 7 Jul 2010 31,185 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 26,454 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 26,454 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 16,390 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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PF05 GXW is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PF05 GXW, 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 PF05 GXW registered?

PF05 GXW is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is PF05 GXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF05 GXW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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