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WG55 VKF

2005 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2014
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

60,706 mi
Last recorded60,706 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG55 VKF
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2013 60,706 miles

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

engine management light on

Pass 5 Nov 2012 55,384 miles

Oil leak

Fail 3 Nov 2012 55,382 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak

Fail 9 Nov 2011 49,900 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

offside front sidelight bulb dim

Pass 9 Nov 2011 49,900 miles

offside front sidelight bulb dim

Fail 27 Oct 2010 44,534 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 44,534 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2009 39,885 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 39,885 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 35,892 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 35,892 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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WG55 VKF is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WG55 VKF, 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 WG55 VKF?

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What year was WG55 VKF registered?

WG55 VKF is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 25 October 2005.

Is WG55 VKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG55 VKF shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WG55 VKF have outstanding finance?

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