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PG05 CPV

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

52,588 mi
Last recorded52,588 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG05 CPV
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2019 52,588 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 48,603 miles

corrosion on front subframe

corrosion on o/s/r brake disc

front tyres wearing on inner edges

o/s/r outer brake pad worn low

Fail 5 Nov 2018 48,603 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

corrosion on front subframe

corrosion on o/s/r brake disc

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 1 Nov 2017 41,140 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

coil spring corroded all4 (2.4.C.1b)

engine light on

Fail 1 Nov 2017 41,140 miles

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

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

coil spring corroded all4 (2.4.C.1b)

engine light on

Pass 2 Nov 2016 33,105 miles

corrosion on all brake discs

Pass 10 Jul 2015 32,517 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 30,302 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2013 27,616 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 27,616 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 24,212 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 24,212 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 20,820 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 17,207 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 17,207 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2009 14,039 miles

offside front tyre sidewall slight damage

Pass 7 Jul 2008 10,457 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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PG05 CPV is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 PG05 CPV, 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 PG05 CPV registered?

PG05 CPV is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is PG05 CPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG05 CPV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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