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YR54 ORX

2004 Kia Picanto

Red Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

39,276 mi
Last recorded39,276 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR54 ORX
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 39,276 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 36,932 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 34,114 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust flexi worn

Pass 14 Sep 2022 32,362 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 30,285 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 30,284 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 28,319 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 27,283 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 27,283 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 25,486 miles

plastic covers fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2017 23,963 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 22,189 miles

NEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE STARTING TO CRACK

Pass 28 Sep 2015 21,145 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 21,145 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 20,444 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 19,433 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 17,430 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 29 Nov 2012 17,430 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 15,517 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 15,517 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2010 13,782 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 12,132 miles

nearside front seat belt twisted

Fail 17 Sep 2008 10,589 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 10,589 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 7,704 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 ORX is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Red with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 ORX, 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 ORX registered?

YR54 ORX is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 26 September 2004.

Is YR54 ORX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR54 ORX shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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