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PJ05 GZO

2005 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,001 mi
Last recorded89,001 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ05 GZO
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 89,001 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 15 May 2018 85,401 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 8 May 2017 82,382 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 79,891 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 77,862 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 74,749 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 64,793 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 64,793 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Oil leak

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

Fail 30 May 2012 54,105 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2012 54,105 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 47,330 miles

sidewalls perished rear tyres

Pass 2 Jun 2010 38,113 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 30,075 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 19,376 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 19,376 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 GZO is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GZO, 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 GZO registered?

PJ05 GZO is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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