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RLZ 1249

2005 Kia Picanto LX

Blue Other 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,472 mi
Last recorded94,472 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto LX46,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLZ 1249
MakeKia
ModelPicanto LX
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,086cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 94,472 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 88,377 miles
Pass 6 May 2019 86,616 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 86,568 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 79,068 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Picanto LX?

Based on 894 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
4,258
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21
position lamp(s) not working 14
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Registration plate lamp not working 6
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RLZ 1249 is a 2005 Kia Picanto LX in Blue with a 1,086cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Kia Picanto LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 46,576 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Picanto LX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RLZ 1249, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Picanto LX typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Kia Picanto LX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RLZ 1249 registered?

RLZ 1249 is a 2005 Kia Picanto LX, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is RLZ 1249 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLZ 1249 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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