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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 999 cc

LA55 KLFMOT history

LA55 KLF is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 6 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 73,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

LA55 KLF blue Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
73,829 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,664 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 KLF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 KLF was last recorded at 73,829 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 1,942 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
71,887 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,942 miles
Average per year
2,664 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,829 miles
  • 2025 – 71,887 miles
  • 2024 – 70,087 miles
  • 2023 – 68,005 miles
  • 2022 – 65,700 miles
  • 2021 – 64,142 miles
  • 2020 – 62,942 miles
  • 2019 – 60,570 miles
  • 2018 – 57,986 miles
  • 2017 – 54,967 miles
  • 2016 – 51,836 miles
  • 2015 – 48,434 miles
  • 2014 – 45,097 miles
  • 2013 – 41,740 miles
  • 2012 – 38,774 miles
  • 2011 – 35,562 miles
  • 2010 – 33,981 miles
  • 2009 – 28,389 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,829 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.

  • General surface rust on suspension and chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass73,829 miles (+1,942)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    73,829 miles
    Test number
    744358240795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass71,887 miles (+1,800)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    71,887 miles
    Test number
    374235053488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass70,087 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    70,087 miles
    Test number
    704689998437
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust on suspension and chassis
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  4. Fail70,085 miles (+2,080)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,085 miles
    Test number
    171667754600
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside and offside outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust on suspension and chassis
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  5. Pass68,005 miles (+2,305)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    68,005 miles
    Test number
    744843676740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass65,700 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    65,700 miles
    Test number
    675751410011
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust on suspension and chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail65,700 miles (+1,558)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,700 miles
    Test number
    420181056027
    • MajorFront Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust on suspension and chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass64,142 miles (+1,200)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    64,142 miles
    Test number
    385331870947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,942 miles (+2,372)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    62,942 miles
    Test number
    753549652190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,570 miles (+2,584)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    60,570 miles
    Test number
    193752431267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,986 miles (+3,019)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    57,986 miles
    Test number
    413695198130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,967 miles (+3,131)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    54,967 miles
    Test number
    992876577808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    51,836 miles
    Test number
    557284284050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,833 miles (+3,399)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,833 miles
    Test number
    703810786392
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre inner edge wearing low
  15. Pass48,434 miles (+3,337)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    48,434 miles
    Test number
    275036635085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,097 miles (+3,357)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    45,097 miles
    Test number
    756996434007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,740 miles (+2,966)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    41,740 miles
    Test number
    479999233090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,774 miles (+3,212)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    38,774 miles
    Test number
    625736942088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    35,562 miles
    Test number
    368576341058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail35,562 miles (+1,581)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,562 miles
    Test number
    557636841090
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  21. Pass33,981 miles (+5,592)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    33,981 miles
    Test number
    260089220005
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth rear brakes binding slightly
  22. Pass28,389 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    28,389 miles
    Test number
    240297229058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Questions about LA55 KLF

Does LA55 KLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 KLF is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 KLF?
The MOT on LA55 KLF is valid until 16 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 KLF done?
LA55 KLF was recorded at 73,829 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 2,664 miles a year.
Has LA55 KLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 KLF has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LA55 KLF 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 KLF find?
LA55 KLF passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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