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Kia Picanto

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 999 cc

LA55 KGFMOT history

LA55 KGF is a black petrol Kia Picanto first used on 6 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2025 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 144,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2024.

LA55 KGF black Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2025
Mileage
144,837 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2024
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
8,317 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 KGF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 KGF was last recorded at 144,837 miles on 16 Feb 2024, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Jul 2012: 22,694 miles, lower than 41,859 miles on 6 Feb 2012.

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
144,833 miles · 15 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
8,317 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 144,837 miles
  • 2023 – 134,495 miles
  • 2022 – 130,785 miles
  • 2021 – 123,044 miles
  • 2020 – 118,356 miles
  • 2019 – 110,929 miles
  • 2018 – 109,509 miles
  • 2017 – 105,708 miles
  • 2016 – 101,459 miles
  • 2014 – 83,371 miles
  • 2013 – 68,417 miles
  • 2012 – 44,776 miles
  • 2011 – 33,531 miles
  • 2010 – 26,245 miles
  • 2009 – 19,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,837 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Lower radiator support corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill slightly corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,837 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    144,837 miles
    Test number
    895411058654
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower radiator support corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail144,833 miles (+10,338)9 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,833 miles
    Test number
    634735384991
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak back box (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower radiator support corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass134,495 miles (+3,710)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    134,495 miles
    Test number
    167432795200
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass130,785 miles (+7,741)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    130,785 miles
    Test number
    948094542243
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass123,044 miles (+4,688)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    123,044 miles
    Test number
    307784449600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass118,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    118,356 miles
    Test number
    112668756910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail118,356 miles (+7,427)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,356 miles
    Test number
    150504399536
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass110,929 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    110,929 miles
    Test number
    888639297343
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail110,929 miles (+1,420)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,929 miles
    Test number
    744862407657
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside 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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass109,509 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    109,509 miles
    Test number
    357858978228
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail109,509 miles (+3,801)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,509 miles
    Test number
    139097129830
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass105,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    105,708 miles
    Test number
    809077391488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail105,708 miles (+4,249)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,708 miles
    Test number
    711688161324
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass101,459 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    101,459 miles
    Test number
    433457825108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail101,435 miles (+18,064)2 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,435 miles
    Test number
    793122030023
    • 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)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear tyres badly worn but on stepped tread (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass83,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    83,371 miles
    Test number
    138646944375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail83,371 miles (+14,954)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,371 miles
    Test number
    788036744386
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass68,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    68,417 miles
    Test number
    659028833325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail68,417 miles (+23,641)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,417 miles
    Test number
    587418233302
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass44,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    44,776 miles
    Test number
    479237242420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail44,776 miles (+22,082)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,776 miles
    Test number
    685517642332
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass22,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    22,694 miles
    Test number
    997022312276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail22,694 miles (-19,165)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,694 miles
    Test number
    126432412289
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres balding on inner edges

  24. Pass41,859 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    41,859 miles
    Test number
    115137332042
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdded 2 ltrs oil

  25. Fail41,859 miles (+8,328)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,859 miles
    Test number
    158077032436
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdded 2 ltrs oil

  26. Pass33,531 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    33,531 miles
    Test number
    505362731026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail33,531 miles (+7,286)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,531 miles
    Test number
    109032531442
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass26,245 miles (+6,584)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    26,245 miles
    Test number
    312473930071
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre Cracked, Not Down To Cords.

  29. Fail19,661 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,661 miles
    Test number
    501028029092
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass19,661 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    19,661 miles
    Test number
    922058629072
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LA55 KGF

Does LA55 KGF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 KGF expired on 16 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 KGF?
The MOT on LA55 KGF expired on 16 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 KGF done?
LA55 KGF was recorded at 144,837 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2024, an average of 8,317 miles a year.
Has LA55 KGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 KGF has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LA55 KGF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Jul 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LA55 KGF find?
LA55 KGF passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2024 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; front lower radiator support corroded, and 4 more.

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