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WR54 VYC

2004 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,269 mi
Last recorded81,269 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2013
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR54 VYC
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2013 81,269 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 77,565 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 71,004 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 63,574 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 63,574 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009 54,967 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 45,749 miles

35% inbalance on rear brakes

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

Pass 23 Nov 2007 38,290 miles

unable to see full condition of front and rear brake pads due to wheel trims fitted

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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WR54 VYC is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WR54 VYC, 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

How do I check the history of WR54 VYC?

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What year was WR54 VYC registered?

WR54 VYC is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 8 December 2004.

Is WR54 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR54 VYC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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