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RV55 HOA

2005 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,796 mi
Last recorded105,796 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 HOA
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 105,796 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre oerished

Pass 4 Aug 2016 101,683 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

engine oil level low.

nearside and offside front roof lining has deteriorated and is close to fouling drivers view.

nearside rear tyre has heavy perishing, it is strongly advised that it is replaced.

offside front tyre is wearing on inside edge.

Fail 4 Aug 2016 101,683 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

engine oil level low.

nearside and offside front roof lining has deteriorated and is close to fouling drivers view.

nearside rear tyre has heavy perishing, it is strongly advised that it is replaced.

offside front tyre is wearing on inside edge.

Pass 13 Aug 2015 93,417 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 93,417 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 86,343 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 64,329 miles

clutch feels worn

cut in offside rear tyre not showing cords

front suspension top mounts worn

nearside rear wheel inner rim damaged

Fail 30 Aug 2013 64,274 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

clutch feels worn

cut in offside rear tyre not showing cords

front suspension top mounts worn

inbalance in rear brakes

nearside rear wheel inner rim damaged

Pass 30 Nov 2011 46,082 miles

all brake pads getting low

o/s front tyre getting low on tread (3mm) and smooth on in inner edge

play in both front top strut mounts

Pass 8 Dec 2010 33,924 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 24,121 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 18,288 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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RV55 HOA is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RV55 HOA, 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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RV55 HOA is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 3 September 2005.

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