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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,086 cc

LA55 FTNMOT history

LA55 FTN is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 21 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 7 Apr 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 95,382 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2024.

LA55 FTN blue Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Apr 2025
Mileage
95,382 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,949 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 FTN
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 expired on 7 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 FTN was last recorded at 95,382 miles on 8 Apr 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Mar 2020: 85,250 miles, lower than 85,493 miles on 24 Feb 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
95,382 miles · 5 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,949 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 95,382 miles
  • 2023 – 91,041 miles
  • 2022 – 87,631 miles
  • 2021 – 86,346 miles
  • 2020 – 85,250 miles
  • 2019 – 78,986 miles
  • 2018 – 71,424 miles
  • 2017 – 65,150 miles
  • 2016 – 59,294 miles
  • 2015 – 53,435 miles
  • 2014 – 47,769 miles
  • 2013 – 42,745 miles
  • 2012 – 36,412 miles
  • 2011 – 30,781 miles
  • 2010 – 25,714 miles
  • 2009 – 20,481 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,382 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,382 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    95,382 miles
    Test number
    585646715665
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail95,382 miles (+4,341)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,382 miles
    Test number
    166372804232
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass91,041 miles (+3,410)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    91,041 miles
    Test number
    228737325452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass87,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    87,631 miles
    Test number
    688254220522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail87,631 miles (+1,285)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,631 miles
    Test number
    546849346142
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass86,346 miles (+1,096)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,346 miles
    Test number
    112775852499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,250 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    85,250 miles
    Test number
    529830182293
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail85,250 miles (-243)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,250 miles
    Test number
    365377725696
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail85,493 miles (+6,507)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,493 miles
    Test number
    602837813125
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle due to binding (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip/crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated chewed (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass78,986 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    78,986 miles
    Test number
    299054588107
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail78,986 miles (+7,562)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,986 miles
    Test number
    681450375768
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass71,424 miles (+6,274)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    71,424 miles
    Test number
    750609621778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,150 miles (+5,856)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    65,150 miles
    Test number
    425808367317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,294 miles (+5,859)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    59,294 miles
    Test number
    845728286842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,435 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,435 miles
    Test number
    396753635010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail53,435 miles (+5,666)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,435 miles
    Test number
    608063435045
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  17. Pass47,769 miles (+5,024)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    47,769 miles
    Test number
    828554034023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,745 miles (+6,333)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    42,745 miles
    Test number
    279572143020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,412 miles (+5,631)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    36,412 miles
    Test number
    349867422070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,781 miles (+5,067)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    30,781 miles
    Test number
    919398221028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass25,714 miles (+5,233)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    25,714 miles
    Test number
    111691440072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    20,481 miles
    Test number
    604919449055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 FTN

Does LA55 FTN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 FTN expired on 7 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 FTN?
The MOT on LA55 FTN expired on 7 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 FTN done?
LA55 FTN was recorded at 95,382 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2024, an average of 4,949 miles a year.
Has LA55 FTN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 FTN has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LA55 FTN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Mar 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LA55 FTN find?
LA55 FTN passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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