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PL05 VWU

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

68,228 mi
Last recorded68,228 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 VWU
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2020 68,228 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 68,219 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

only one number plate light working

Pass 17 May 2019 58,389 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 May 2018 52,028 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 49,944 miles

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

wheel alignment check

Pass 11 May 2016 45,563 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front tyre valve is splitting

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also tyre bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2015 41,659 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 37,742 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2014 37,742 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 33,315 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 29,558 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 25,436 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 21,972 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 17,574 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2008 13,361 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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PL05 VWU is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,086cc 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 PL05 VWU, 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 PL05 VWU registered?

PL05 VWU is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is PL05 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL05 VWU 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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