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Kia Picanto

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,100 cc

LB04 GFYMOT history

LB04 GFY is a silver petrol Kia Picanto first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 121,325 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
121,325 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,150 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 GFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,100 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 GFY was last recorded at 121,325 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,318 miles · 27 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
6,150 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,325 miles
  • 2025 – 120,909 miles
  • 2024 – 115,246 miles
  • 2023 – 114,544 miles
  • 2022 – 106,834 miles
  • 2021 – 101,251 miles
  • 2019 – 94,130 miles
  • 2018 – 85,181 miles
  • 2017 – 75,317 miles
  • 2016 – 66,065 miles
  • 2015 – 58,098 miles
  • 2014 – 49,921 miles
  • 2013 – 42,561 miles
  • 2012 – 34,181 miles
  • 2010 – 21,498 miles
  • 2009 – 17,486 miles
  • 2008 – 11,602 miles
  • 2007 – 5,824 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,325 miles
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Bulk head panel excessively corroded but not structuralRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective No image

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective No image

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,325 miles (+7)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    121,325 miles
    Test number
    582498292250
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bulk head panel excessively corroded but not structural
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail121,318 miles (+409)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,318 miles
    Test number
    761609290606
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective No projected image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective No projected image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bulk head panel excessively corroded but not structural
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass120,909 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    120,909 miles
    Test number
    133311139647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail120,899 miles (+5,653)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,899 miles
    Test number
    559295762600
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective No image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective No image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass115,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    115,246 miles
    Test number
    438686789197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail115,246 miles (+702)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,246 miles
    Test number
    454539718172
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective No image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective No image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

  7. Pass114,544 miles4 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    114,544 miles
    Test number
    878677399145
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  8. Fail114,544 miles (+7,710)4 major4 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,544 miles
    Test number
    998223363968
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  9. Pass106,834 miles (+5,583)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    106,834 miles
    Test number
    931883938408
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass101,251 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    101,251 miles
    Test number
    610083595854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail101,239 miles (+7,109)1 dangerous4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,239 miles
    Test number
    500852095211
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect pattern not visible, lens needs cleaning (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect pattern not visible, lens needs cleaning (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass94,130 miles (+4)6 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    94,130 miles
    Test number
    223139197443
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOther passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed tailgate (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail94,126 miles (+8,945)6 major6 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,126 miles
    Test number
    184874324386
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOther passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed tailgate (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass85,181 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    85,181 miles
    Test number
    779435875890
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Fail85,181 miles (+9,864)1 dangerous3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,181 miles
    Test number
    577903159347
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective and offside front, affecting beam image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  16. Pass75,317 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    75,317 miles
    Test number
    204859651217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  17. Fail75,317 miles (+9,252)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,317 miles
    Test number
    867968174598
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Bonnet retaining device ineffective secondary (8.4.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt and offside rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass66,065 miles (+7,967)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    66,065 miles
    Test number
    949102636156
    • AdvisoryNo plate lights dim
    • AdvisoryOs and ns head lamp beam patern very poor
    • AdvisoryOs f tyre bald on inner edge

  19. Pass58,098 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    58,098 miles
    Test number
    214942707257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced and o/s/f lens deteriorating slightly (1.7.5a)

  20. Fail58,070 miles (+8,149)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,070 miles
    Test number
    132101438500
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced and o/s/f lens deteriorating slightly (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and outer sidewall split not deep enough to reach/see cords (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cracked at joiner front to rear silencer (7.1.2)

  21. Pass49,921 miles (+7,360)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    49,921 miles
    Test number
    816147864245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteV slight n/s/f brake binding

  22. Pass42,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    42,561 miles
    Test number
    577481903316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail42,561 miles (+8,380)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,561 miles
    Test number
    768261103383
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass34,181 miles (+12,683)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    34,181 miles
    Test number
    309260602310
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass21,498 miles (+4,012)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    21,498 miles
    Test number
    412186100405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass17,486 miles (+5,884)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    17,486 miles
    Test number
    461941009358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass11,602 miles (+5,778)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    11,602 miles
    Test number
    481948798246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass5,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    5,824 miles
    Test number
    282234827323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 GFY

Does LB04 GFY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 GFY is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 GFY?
The MOT on LB04 GFY is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 GFY done?
LB04 GFY was recorded at 121,325 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 6,150 miles a year.
Has LB04 GFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 GFY has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 GFY 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 LB04 GFY find?
LB04 GFY passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; coil spring corroded all; front bulk head panel excessively corroded but not structural, and 1 more.

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