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SM55 KRZ

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

65,371 mi
Last recorded65,371 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 KRZ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018 65,371 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 62,207 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 62,141 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 48,537 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 43,004 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 38,118 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 33,987 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)

Fail 21 Jul 2012 30,240 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 30,240 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 23,773 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 19,798 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 15,157 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 9,549 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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SM55 KRZ is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SM55 KRZ, 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 SM55 KRZ registered?

SM55 KRZ is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is SM55 KRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 KRZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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