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PK55 GYV

2005 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

58,614 mi
Last recorded58,614 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK55 GYV
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 58,614 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut to wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and cut to wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear caliper damp

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 54,043 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 50,214 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 47,906 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 46,355 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 43,791 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 42,521 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 40,883 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 38,277 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 35,802 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 35,709 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 33,451 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 31,198 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

battery cable tied down

Pass 17 Sep 2014 31,198 miles

battery cable tied down

Pass 9 Sep 2013 28,265 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 25,946 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 23,358 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 20,349 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 17,375 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 13,568 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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PK55 GYV is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PK55 GYV, 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 PK55 GYV registered?

PK55 GYV is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is PK55 GYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK55 GYV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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