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PJ05 GYX

2005 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

69,952 mi
Last recorded69,952 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ05 GYX
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2020 69,952 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 67,149 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 61,370 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 55,002 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 48,500 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 44,129 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 38,153 miles

nsr tyre sidewall damage

Fail 27 Feb 2014 38,144 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

nsr tyre sidewall damage

Pass 7 Feb 2013 32,578 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 27,629 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Feb 2012 27,628 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Steering arm deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Feb 2011 24,303 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

advise front and rear brake discs and brake pads for wear

Pass 10 Feb 2010 19,128 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 19,128 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 16,304 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 12,085 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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PJ05 GYX is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 PJ05 GYX, 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.

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What year was PJ05 GYX registered?

PJ05 GYX is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 18 May 2005.

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The MOT history for PJ05 GYX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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