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PF05 UPP

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,435 mi
Last recorded44,435 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF05 UPP
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2023 44,435 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 41,786 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Apr 2022 41,786 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 40,917 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2020 35,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 May 2020 35,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2019 31,713 miles

both rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 15 May 2018 31,154 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 30,751 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 30,431 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 30,010 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 28,360 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 27,338 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 26,029 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 24,440 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 22,082 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 19,316 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 16,459 miles

both front tyres 3mm

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 UPP is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 UPP, 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 UPP registered?

PF05 UPP is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is PF05 UPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF05 UPP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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