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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,086 cc

LA55 GNUMOT history

LA55 GNU is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 31 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 19 Jun 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 92,571 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2024.

LA55 GNU blue Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Jun 2025
Mileage
92,571 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 GNU
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
31 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 GNU was last recorded at 92,571 miles on 20 Jun 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,571 miles · 18 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 92,571 miles
  • 2022 – 91,236 miles
  • 2021 – 86,529 miles
  • 2020 – 82,029 miles
  • 2019 – 79,057 miles
  • 2018 – 74,980 miles
  • 2017 – 69,060 miles
  • 2016 – 62,870 miles
  • 2015 – 57,851 miles
  • 2014 – 52,256 miles
  • 2013 – 44,296 miles
  • 2012 – 36,316 miles
  • 2011 – 28,469 miles
  • 2010 – 21,205 miles
  • 2009 – 14,935 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,571 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,571 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    92,571 miles
    Test number
    855814638879
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail92,571 miles (+258)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,571 miles
    Test number
    877313085635
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail92,313 miles (+1,077)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,313 miles
    Test number
    211276937536
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs very orroded
    • AdvisoryFront number plate deterated
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts slow to retract
  4. Pass91,236 miles (+4,707)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    91,236 miles
    Test number
    647481138675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass86,529 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    86,529 miles
    Test number
    149431489946
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail86,507 miles (+4,478)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,507 miles
    Test number
    433071446837
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced rear inner seal rusted thru, (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSide repeater incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass82,029 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    82,029 miles
    Test number
    194642473783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail82,029 miles (+256)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,029 miles
    Test number
    487158762390
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass81,773 miles (+2,716)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,773 miles
    Test number
    525637721651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass79,057 miles (+4,077)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    79,057 miles
    Test number
    981957690886
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underneath (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  11. Pass74,980 miles (+5,920)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    74,980 miles
    Test number
    424849124213
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryRear tyres sidewall cracked
  12. Pass69,060 miles (+6,190)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    69,060 miles
    Test number
    768708980090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,870 miles (+5,019)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    62,870 miles
    Test number
    584010071219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,851 miles (+5,595)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    57,851 miles
    Test number
    396624725093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,256 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    52,256 miles
    Test number
    135401334059
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Fail52,256 miles (+7,960)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,256 miles
    Test number
    355331834043
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass44,296 miles (+7,980)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    44,296 miles
    Test number
    508090133038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMovement in offside front strut top mount
    • NoteNearside rear sill slightly corroded
  18. Pass36,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    36,316 miles
    Test number
    957109802096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail36,316 miles (+7,847)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,316 miles
    Test number
    126499602078
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  20. Pass28,469 miles (+7,264)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    28,469 miles
    Test number
    938247101027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,205 miles (+6,270)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    21,205 miles
    Test number
    801069220091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    14,935 miles
    Test number
    311316519015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 GNU

Does LA55 GNU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 GNU expired on 19 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 GNU?
The MOT on LA55 GNU expired on 19 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 GNU done?
LA55 GNU was recorded at 92,571 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2024, an average of 5,033 miles a year.
Has LA55 GNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 GNU has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LA55 GNU 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 GNU find?
LA55 GNU passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2024 with 6 advisories: front coil spring corroded both sides; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides, and 3 more.

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