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RX55 NXZ

2005 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

105,623 mi
Last recorded105,623 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 NXZ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 105,623 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Aug 2017 105,618 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 103,481 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 101,256 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 98,610 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 92,156 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 82,615 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

O/S/Rear tyre "aged"/"cracked"

Pass 9 Aug 2011 65,177 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS NOT FULLY VISIBLE BUT APPEAR OK.

Rear Tyres "AGED"/"CRACKED" around edges of treads.

Pass 31 Jul 2010 48,687 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 34,228 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 28,914 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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RX55 NXZ is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 NXZ, 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 NXZ?

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What year was RX55 NXZ registered?

RX55 NXZ is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is RX55 NXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX55 NXZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX55 NXZ have outstanding finance?

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