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YF54 XUB

2004 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

86,214 mi
Last recorded86,214 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF54 XUB
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2023 86,214 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 86,085 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill and inner sill including jacking point pushed through + Holed due to corrosion + incorrect jacking next to the rear axle mounting bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill area around the jacking point , incorrectly jacked and pushed through + holed excessive corrosion adjoining the rear axle fixing . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 81,682 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to limits and has limited tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limits and has limited tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 75,432 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 68,493 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 68,492 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 63,239 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 63,239 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 58,043 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 49,143 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 38,925 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 31,842 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 25,096 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 16,910 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 16,444 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 15,412 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 14,561 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 14,561 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 22 Dec 2009 13,535 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 13,533 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 12,589 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 11,359 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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YF54 XUB is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 YF54 XUB, 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.

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What year was YF54 XUB registered?

YF54 XUB is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 30 December 2004.

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The MOT history for YF54 XUB shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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