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YR54 NZC

2004 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

20,792 mi
Last recorded20,792 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR54 NZC
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 20,792 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2025 20,541 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2025 20,541 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2024 20,232 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 19,920 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 19,501 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 19,501 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 19,230 miles

Rear tyres cracking on sidewall

Pass 4 Aug 2020 19,027 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 19,027 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 18,790 miles

All tyres cracking

Front wipers slightly smearing

Pass 4 Aug 2018 18,490 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 18,028 miles

All tyres slightly cracking

Pass 29 Jul 2016 17,592 miles

All tyres cracking on sidewall

Pass 30 Jul 2015 17,066 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 16,470 miles

all 4 tyres cracking

Pass 19 Jul 2013 15,257 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 14,433 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 5 Aug 2011 13,873 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 13,026 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 10,714 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 8,108 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 5,824 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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YR54 NZC is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 YR54 NZC, 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 YR54 NZC registered?

YR54 NZC is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 21 September 2004.

Is YR54 NZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR54 NZC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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