2005 KIA Picanto 1.1L Petrol · HV55 LUZ
2005 KIA Picanto (1.1L, petrol). First registered 23 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 135,765 miles. MOT valid until 08 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA PICANTO
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 135,765 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HV55 LUZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2026
- 135,765 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HV55 LUZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Kia Picanto (HV55 LUZ) between August 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
HV55 LUZ Mileage History
- 09/08/2022106,534 mi
- 25/07/2023113,811 mi+7,277 mi
- 18/07/2024121,328 mi+7,517 mi
- 31/07/2025129,744 mi+8,416 mi
- 21/07/2026135,765 mi+6,021 mi
Average of roughly 7,403 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Picanto (Gen 1)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Clutch cable and clutch wearModerate
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- Front spring and top-mount failuresModerate
Corrosion and potholes crack front springs and wear top mounts, a common MOT issue on older UK Picantos that can leave the front end noisy and unsettled.
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