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YG05 LYW

2005 Kia Picanto

Orange Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

21,034 mi
Last recorded21,034 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto51,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG05 LYW
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 21,034 miles

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 May 2025 17,712 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 14,539 miles

under vechile showing general corrossion

Fail 26 Mar 2024 14,538 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

under vechile showing general corrossion

Fail 29 Feb 2024 14,536 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust corroded . Needs middle and back

Pass 16 Mar 2023 14,470 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 14,470 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords All four tyres so badly cracked that the cords are showing 165/60 R14 75H (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 14,402 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking with age 165/60 R14 75H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 14,357 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 14,302 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 14,301 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 13,738 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

all four tyres have slight age related cracking

rear wiper blade split

Pass 8 Mar 2018 13,098 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Imbalance 24% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 12,883 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 12,569 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 12,431 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 12,431 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 12,236 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 12,235 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside rear brake disc pitted

Pass 12 Mar 2013 12,013 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 11,803 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 10,592 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear discs worn

Pass 17 Mar 2010 8,726 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 6,377 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 6,377 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 5,580 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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YG05 LYW is a 2005 Kia Picanto in Orange with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 YG05 LYW, 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.

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What year was YG05 LYW registered?

YG05 LYW is a 2005 Kia Picanto, first registered on 19 March 2005.

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