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Kia Picanto

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,086 cc

LA55 ESNMOT history

LA55 ESN is a red petrol Kia Picanto first used on 4 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 125,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

LA55 ESN red Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
125,001 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,105 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 ESN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
4 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 ESN was last recorded at 125,001 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 63 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,938 miles · 6 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
63 miles
Average per year
6,105 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,001 miles
  • 2024 – 115,953 miles
  • 2023 – 108,121 miles
  • 2022 – 105,643 miles
  • 2021 – 104,318 miles
  • 2020 – 100,760 miles
  • 2019 – 96,550 miles
  • 2018 – 95,236 miles
  • 2017 – 86,442 miles
  • 2016 – 77,131 miles
  • 2015 – 69,088 miles
  • 2014 – 60,269 miles
  • 2013 – 45,852 miles
  • 2012 – 38,801 miles
  • 2011 – 33,491 miles
  • 2010 – 28,170 miles
  • 2009 – 21,367 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,001 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,001 miles (+63)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    125,001 miles
    Test number
    951878991397
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail124,938 miles (+8,985)1 dangerous7 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,938 miles
    Test number
    574894937738
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass115,953 miles (+7,832)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    115,953 miles
    Test number
    316349719007
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass108,121 miles (+2,478)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    108,121 miles
    Test number
    103719713136
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass105,643 miles (+1,325)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    105,643 miles
    Test number
    729259505909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass104,318 miles (+3,558)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    104,318 miles
    Test number
    780650992899
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass100,760 miles (+4,210)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    100,760 miles
    Test number
    979497973954
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass96,550 miles (+1,314)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    96,550 miles
    Test number
    758157696712
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass95,236 miles (+8,794)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    95,236 miles
    Test number
    233389043229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished and out of shape (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass86,442 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    86,442 miles
    Test number
    307478115923
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail86,442 miles (+9,311)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,442 miles
    Test number
    421112012514
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass77,131 miles (+8,043)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    77,131 miles
    Test number
    388755722058
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slightly binding

  13. Pass69,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    69,088 miles
    Test number
    579010935076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail69,086 miles (+8,817)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,086 miles
    Test number
    687800135097
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass60,269 miles (+14,417)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    60,269 miles
    Test number
    328748514006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,852 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    45,852 miles
    Test number
    199238023029
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail45,852 miles (+7,051)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,852 miles
    Test number
    755398123069
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass38,801 miles (+5,310)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    38,801 miles
    Test number
    126588822453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,491 miles (+5,321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    33,491 miles
    Test number
    959032021092
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  20. Pass28,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    28,170 miles
    Test number
    614743710005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail28,169 miles (+6,802)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,169 miles
    Test number
    200443710096
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  22. Pass21,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    21,367 miles
    Test number
    384183429064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 ESN

Does LA55 ESN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 ESN is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 ESN?
The MOT on LA55 ESN is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 ESN done?
LA55 ESN was recorded at 125,001 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 6,105 miles a year.
Has LA55 ESN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 ESN has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LA55 ESN ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LA55 ESN find?
LA55 ESN passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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