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WL54 HZJ

2004 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,852 mi
Last recorded89,852 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2018
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL54 HZJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2018 89,852 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 84,972 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm and close to plys on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

engine bay/under covers fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2016 73,198 miles

Offside Front slight lift front strutt

Rear tyres slight perishing

Pass 8 Dec 2015 67,565 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 60,751 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 60,654 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2013 55,677 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 55,677 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 49,385 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2012 49,385 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 43,172 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre outer sidewall slightly damaged.

Pass 9 Dec 2010 37,037 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 31,050 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 23,235 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 17,435 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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WL54 HZJ is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 52,948 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 WL54 HZJ, 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 22 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 WL54 HZJ registered?

WL54 HZJ is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 13 December 2004.

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