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YS54 YOA

2004 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,366 mi
Last recorded91,366 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto52,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS54 YOA
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2016 91,366 miles

rear brake discs worn

Fail 18 Aug 2016 91,366 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake discs worn

Pass 21 Aug 2015 83,923 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 83,923 miles

Headlamp aim too low n/s (1.8)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 76,274 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2014 76,274 miles

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 68,333 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 60,549 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 60,549 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 53,162 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 48,449 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 42,574 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 40,791 miles

front discs wearing on inner edges

Pass 19 Dec 2007 33,717 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2007 33,717 miles

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

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

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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YS54 YOA is a 2004 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YS54 YOA, 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 YS54 YOA registered?

YS54 YOA is a 2004 Kia Picanto, first registered on 29 December 2004.

Is YS54 YOA safe to buy?

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