MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
75,114 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
front discs slight wear lip
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PL05 XLJ is a 2005 Kia Picanto LX in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 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 PL05 XLJ, 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 PL05 XLJ registered?
PL05 XLJ is a 2005 Kia Picanto LX, first registered on 12 July 2005.
Is PL05 XLJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for PL05 XLJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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