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PK05 MBX

2005 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

93,706 mi
Last recorded93,706 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK05 MBX
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2019 93,706 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Nov 2019 93,706 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 85,276 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 79,676 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 79,676 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 76,587 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 66,931 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 58,986 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 49,963 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 41,544 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2012 32,452 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 26,421 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 22,970 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 16,464 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 12,848 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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PK05 MBX is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PK05 MBX, 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 PK05 MBX registered?

PK05 MBX is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is PK05 MBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK05 MBX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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