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AE54 XVH

2004 Kia Picanto LX

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,934 mi
Last recorded61,934 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2011
Typical for 2004 Kia Picanto LX39,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 XVH
MakeKia
ModelPicanto LX
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2011 61,934 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Aug 2011 61,934 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Aug 2010 46,693 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

various parts of exhausht slightly deteriated

Pass 2 Aug 2010 46,693 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

various parts of exhausht slightly deteriated

Pass 4 Aug 2009 38,928 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 30,735 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 19,665 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)

How Reliable is the Kia Picanto LX?

Based on 894 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
4,258
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21
position lamp(s) not working 14
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Registration plate lamp not working 6
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AE54 XVH is a 2004 Kia Picanto LX in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2004 Kia Picanto LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 39,576 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 LX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE54 XVH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Picanto LX typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Kia Picanto LX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE54 XVH registered?

AE54 XVH is a 2004 Kia Picanto LX, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is AE54 XVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE54 XVH shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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