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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,086 cc

LA55 FMJMOT history

LA55 FMJ is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 21 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 56,378 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

LA55 FMJ blue Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
56,378 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,511 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 FMJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 FMJ was last recorded at 56,378 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 1,147 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,231 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,147 miles
Average per year
2,511 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,378 miles
  • 2025 – 55,231 miles
  • 2024 – 54,147 miles
  • 2023 – 52,794 miles
  • 2022 – 51,165 miles
  • 2021 – 49,714 miles
  • 2020 – 48,403 miles
  • 2019 – 45,919 miles
  • 2018 – 43,267 miles
  • 2017 – 40,462 miles
  • 2016 – 38,885 miles
  • 2015 – 37,297 miles
  • 2014 – 33,895 miles
  • 2013 – 30,527 miles
  • 2012 – 25,979 miles
  • 2011 – 22,737 miles
  • 2010 – 19,459 miles
  • 2009 – 13,551 miles
  • 2008 – 10,598 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,378 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,378 miles (+1,147)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    56,378 miles
    Test number
    169367641012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass55,231 miles (+1,084)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    55,231 miles
    Test number
    777788953375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass54,147 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    54,147 miles
    Test number
    546599312567
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail54,146 miles (+1,352)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,146 miles
    Test number
    562671053959
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass52,794 miles (+1,629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    52,794 miles
    Test number
    175333642475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass51,165 miles (+1,451)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    51,165 miles
    Test number
    184040618732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass49,714 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    49,714 miles
    Test number
    445902880185
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail49,710 miles (+1,307)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,710 miles
    Test number
    748573768421
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass48,403 miles (+2,484)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    48,403 miles
    Test number
    146280249125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,919 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    45,919 miles
    Test number
    525054085778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail45,910 miles (+2,643)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,910 miles
    Test number
    457031983554
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (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))

  12. Pass43,267 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    43,267 miles
    Test number
    698003283704
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking

  13. Fail43,261 miles (+2,799)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,261 miles
    Test number
    902132426256
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking

  14. Pass40,462 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    40,462 miles
    Test number
    313644370072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryHi level stop lamp not working

  15. Fail40,452 miles (+1,567)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,452 miles
    Test number
    234190289167
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryHi level stop lamp not working

  16. Pass38,885 miles (+1,588)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    38,885 miles
    Test number
    696743833153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass37,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    37,297 miles
    Test number
    799650086310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,296 miles (+3,401)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,296 miles
    Test number
    328232947446
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 165/60/14 (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass33,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    33,895 miles
    Test number
    756088884271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail33,895 miles (+3,368)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,895 miles
    Test number
    127948684294
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • FailureRear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

  21. Pass30,527 miles (+4,548)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    30,527 miles
    Test number
    365466293291
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  22. Pass25,979 miles (+3,242)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    25,979 miles
    Test number
    698620792265
    • NoteN/s front tyre low tread depth/slight damage on outer sidewall
    • NoteO/s front tyre has a nail in tread area close to outer edge

  23. Pass22,737 miles (+3,278)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    22,737 miles
    Test number
    667231191226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,459 miles (+5,908)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    19,459 miles
    Test number
    320071180408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass13,551 miles (+2,953)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    13,551 miles
    Test number
    352382019489
    • NoteNearside front door mirror glass broken
    • NoteSlight wear offside front tyre shoulder

  26. Fail10,598 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,598 miles
    Test number
    153357218333
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass10,598 miles (+468)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    10,598 miles
    Test number
    260257118352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass10,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    10,130 miles
    Test number
    843737428121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 FMJ

Does LA55 FMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 FMJ is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 FMJ?
The MOT on LA55 FMJ is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 FMJ done?
LA55 FMJ was recorded at 56,378 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 2,511 miles a year.
Has LA55 FMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 FMJ has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LA55 FMJ 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 FMJ find?
LA55 FMJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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