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Kia Picanto

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,086 cc

LA55 FLBMOT history

LA55 FLB is a silver petrol Kia Picanto first used on 9 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 8 Dec 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 65,375 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2024.

LA55 FLB silver Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Dec 2023
Mileage
65,375 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2024
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,179 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 FLB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
9 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LA55 FLB was last recorded at 65,375 miles on 28 Mar 2024, 11,439 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,936 miles · 4 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
11,439 miles
Average per year
3,179 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 65,375 miles
  • 2021 – 53,936 miles
  • 2020 – 51,516 miles
  • 2019 – 48,045 miles
  • 2017 – 37,684 miles
  • 2016 – 34,580 miles
  • 2015 – 32,710 miles
  • 2014 – 29,830 miles
  • 2013 – 26,371 miles
  • 2012 – 24,062 miles
  • 2011 – 21,511 miles
  • 2010 – 18,921 miles
  • 2009 – 17,124 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail65,375 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Suspension components corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail65,375 miles1 dangerous9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,375 miles
    Test number
    549701339494
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    679143821263
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass53,936 miles (+2,420)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    53,936 miles
    Test number
    507441786608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass51,516 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    51,516 miles
    Test number
    738827864308
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  5. Fail51,516 miles (+3,471)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,516 miles
    Test number
    306487660453
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  6. Pass48,045 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    48,045 miles
    Test number
    109892888184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  7. Fail48,026 miles3 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,026 miles
    Test number
    922976070912
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  8. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    871492984398
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight rusting brake pipe

  9. Pass37,684 miles (+3,104)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    37,684 miles
    Test number
    534737434082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass34,580 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    34,580 miles
    Test number
    750265846630
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail34,580 miles (+1,870)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,580 miles
    Test number
    729817505680
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear of front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass32,710 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    32,710 miles
    Test number
    937123825002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail32,704 miles (+2,874)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,704 miles
    Test number
    247231225028
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s wiper worn

  14. Pass29,830 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    29,830 miles
    Test number
    495245034059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail29,828 miles (+3,457)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,828 miles
    Test number
    105114734435
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass26,371 miles (+2,309)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    26,371 miles
    Test number
    818962133070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,062 miles (+2,551)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    24,062 miles
    Test number
    735579532017
    • NoteBattery insecure

  18. Pass21,511 miles (+2,590)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    21,511 miles
    Test number
    925162831036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,921 miles (+1,797)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    18,921 miles
    Test number
    120907320482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,124 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    17,124 miles
    Test number
    660813729064
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  21. Fail17,124 miles2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,124 miles
    Test number
    652543029020
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Questions about LA55 FLB

Does LA55 FLB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 FLB expired on 8 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 FLB?
The MOT on LA55 FLB expired on 8 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 FLB done?
LA55 FLB was recorded at 65,375 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2024, an average of 3,179 miles a year.
Has LA55 FLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 FLB has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LA55 FLB 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 FLB find?
LA55 FLB failed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects and 4 advisories: offside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside front position lamp not working, and 11 more.

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