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Kia Picanto

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,086 cc

LA55 FMDMOT history

LA55 FMD is a silver petrol Kia Picanto first used on 21 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 120,298 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2025.

LA55 FMD silver Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
120,298 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,211 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 FMD
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
21 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 FMD was last recorded at 120,298 miles on 22 Nov 2025, 197 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,101 miles · 15 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
197 miles
Average per year
6,211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,298 miles
  • 2024 – 111,086 miles
  • 2023 – 107,366 miles
  • 2022 – 106,120 miles
  • 2021 – 102,354 miles
  • 2020 – 98,052 miles
  • 2019 – 92,587 miles
  • 2018 – 84,431 miles
  • 2017 – 72,312 miles
  • 2016 – 67,715 miles
  • 2015 – 58,180 miles
  • 2014 – 50,317 miles
  • 2013 – 44,926 miles
  • 2012 – 36,487 miles
  • 2011 – 28,512 miles
  • 2010 – 20,576 miles
  • 2009 – 15,980 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,298 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,298 miles (+197)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    120,298 miles
    Test number
    161755035074
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail120,101 miles (+9,015)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,101 miles
    Test number
    266430369214
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Mid and Rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass111,086 miles (+3,720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    111,086 miles
    Test number
    191991129109
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear axle corroded

  4. Pass107,366 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    107,366 miles
    Test number
    539433615340
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail107,361 miles (+1,241)3 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,361 miles
    Test number
    551910961045
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced side light (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass106,120 miles (+3,766)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    106,120 miles
    Test number
    702127617696
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lower balljoint dust cover insecure but still preventing the ingress of dirt grease etc
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 41% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass102,354 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    102,354 miles
    Test number
    176959325117
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail102,353 miles (+4,301)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,353 miles
    Test number
    388596654983
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass98,052 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    98,052 miles
    Test number
    883447859198
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front top mounts (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail98,052 miles (+2)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,052 miles
    Test number
    940069775069
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front top mounts (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail98,050 miles (+5,463)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,050 miles
    Test number
    115188426684
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox to centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both strut top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass92,587 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,587 miles
    Test number
    327911644540
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Fail92,587 miles (+8,156)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,587 miles
    Test number
    151129151921
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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))

  14. Pass84,431 miles (+5,371)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    84,431 miles
    Test number
    656893936674
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass79,060 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    79,060 miles
    Test number
    184331785671
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Fail79,060 miles (+6,748)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,060 miles
    Test number
    199545617030
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass72,312 miles (+4,597)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    72,312 miles
    Test number
    323164061358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,715 miles (+9,535)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    67,715 miles
    Test number
    294181922183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,180 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    58,180 miles
    Test number
    866369845027
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail58,180 miles (+7,863)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,180 miles
    Test number
    936569745051
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear discs braking surfaces are excessivly corroded.

  21. Pass50,317 miles (+5,391)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    50,317 miles
    Test number
    295236244076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,926 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    44,926 miles
    Test number
    225196643073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Fail44,926 miles (+8,439)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,926 miles
    Test number
    867186143071
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass36,487 miles (+7,975)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    36,487 miles
    Test number
    965708242072
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  25. Pass28,512 miles (+7,936)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    28,512 miles
    Test number
    237206341004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,576 miles (+4,596)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    20,576 miles
    Test number
    561182330049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass15,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    15,980 miles
    Test number
    100575139498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 FMD

Does LA55 FMD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 FMD is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LA55 FMD?
The MOT on LA55 FMD is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 FMD done?
LA55 FMD was recorded at 120,298 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2025, an average of 6,211 miles a year.
Has LA55 FMD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 FMD has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LA55 FMD 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 FMD find?
LA55 FMD passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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