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NV55 LFS

2005 Kia Picanto LX

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,101 mi
Last recorded15,101 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2012
Typical for 2005 Kia Picanto LX46,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV55 LFS
MakeKia
ModelPicanto LX
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2012 15,101 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 13,459 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2011 13,459 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 11,962 miles

both rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 16 Dec 2009 10,451 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 8,190 miles

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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NV55 LFS is a 2005 Kia Picanto LX in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Kia Picanto LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 46,576 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 NV55 LFS, 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 21 years old, this Kia Picanto LX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NV55 LFS registered?

NV55 LFS is a 2005 Kia Picanto LX, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is NV55 LFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV55 LFS shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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