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RX55 BNV

2005 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

57,699 mi
Last recorded57,699 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 BNV
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 57,699 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2025 56,690 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 55,708 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 54,690 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 53,611 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 53,611 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 52,609 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 51,841 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2019 51,138 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 50,013 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 48,890 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 47,873 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 46,478 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 43,943 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 43,943 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 40,223 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 36,577 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 32,953 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 32,953 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 26,044 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 19,796 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 14,185 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 14,185 miles

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

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

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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RX55 BNV is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 RX55 BNV, 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

How do I check the history of RX55 BNV?

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What year was RX55 BNV registered?

RX55 BNV is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is RX55 BNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX55 BNV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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