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Kia Picanto

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 999 cc

LA55 KHXMOT history

LA55 KHX is a red petrol Kia Picanto first used on 6 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 19 MOT tests, with 64,475 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

LA55 KHX red Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
64,475 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
18 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,331 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 KHX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 KHX was last recorded at 64,475 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,475 miles · 6 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,331 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,475 miles
  • 2025 – 58,629 miles
  • 2024 – 51,031 miles
  • 2023 – 37,997 miles
  • 2022 – 32,642 miles
  • 2021 – 31,881 miles
  • 2020 – 30,141 miles
  • 2019 – 28,035 miles
  • 2018 – 26,128 miles
  • 2017 – 23,634 miles
  • 2016 – 22,041 miles
  • 2015 – 19,650 miles
  • 2014 – 18,133 miles
  • 2013 – 16,334 miles
  • 2012 – 14,342 miles
  • 2011 – 12,582 miles
  • 2010 – 10,693 miles
  • 2009 – 7,725 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,475 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • N/s and o/s front top suspension mountings showing wear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front top suspension mountings showing wear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass64,475 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    64,475 miles
    Test number
    177482358829
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail64,475 miles (+5,846)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,475 miles
    Test number
    623333664947
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass58,629 miles (+7,598)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    58,629 miles
    Test number
    423544041377
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  4. Pass51,031 miles (+13,034)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    51,031 miles
    Test number
    345879305402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass37,997 miles (+5,355)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    37,997 miles
    Test number
    941222102386
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads have approx 4.5 mm remaining
    • AdvisoryFront top suspension mountings showing wear
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake pads have approx 3mm remaining
    • AdvisoryRear tyres showing deterioration and have cuts in tread
  6. Pass32,642 miles (+761)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    32,642 miles
    Test number
    171287261865
    • AdvisoryFront top suspension mountings showing wear
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre showing slight wear to inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r inner brake pad has approx 3mm remaining
    • AdvisoryRear tyres showing deterioration
  7. Pass31,881 miles (+1,740)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    31,881 miles
    Test number
    737467550390
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front top suspension mountings showing wear
    • AdvisoryRear tyres showing slight deterioration
  8. Pass30,141 miles (+2,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    30,141 miles
    Test number
    749407021145
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front top suspension mountings showing wear
  9. Pass28,035 miles (+1,907)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    28,035 miles
    Test number
    725608919151
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front top suspension mountings showing wear
  10. Pass26,128 miles (+2,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    26,128 miles
    Test number
    111104180052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  11. Pass23,634 miles (+1,593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    23,634 miles
    Test number
    655469343942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  12. Pass22,041 miles (+2,391)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    22,041 miles
    Test number
    740130285596
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  13. Pass19,650 miles (+1,517)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    19,650 miles
    Test number
    946035055018
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  14. Pass18,133 miles (+1,799)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    18,133 miles
    Test number
    299889444087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre sidewall showing damage
  15. Pass16,334 miles (+1,992)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    16,334 miles
    Test number
    816923243077
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass14,342 miles (+1,760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    14,342 miles
    Test number
    799652552051
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass12,582 miles (+1,889)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    12,582 miles
    Test number
    706395951094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass10,693 miles (+2,968)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    10,693 miles
    Test number
    584267750019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass7,725 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    7,725 miles
    Test number
    310587629065
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LA55 KHX

Does LA55 KHX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 KHX is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 KHX?
The MOT on LA55 KHX is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 KHX done?
LA55 KHX was recorded at 64,475 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 3,331 miles a year.
Has LA55 KHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 KHX has failed 1 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LA55 KHX 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 KHX find?
LA55 KHX passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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