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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,086 cc

LB04 UYGMOT history

LB04 UYG is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 20 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 36,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2026
Mileage
36,109 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,672 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 UYG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB04 UYG was last recorded at 36,109 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 2,074 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
34,035 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,074 miles
Average per year
1,672 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,109 miles
  • 2025 – 34,035 miles
  • 2024 – 31,415 miles
  • 2023 – 31,197 miles
  • 2022 – 29,752 miles
  • 2021 – 28,084 miles
  • 2020 – 25,878 miles
  • 2019 – 22,912 miles
  • 2018 – 20,577 miles
  • 2017 – 18,128 miles
  • 2016 – 15,976 miles
  • 2015 – 14,476 miles
  • 2014 – 11,589 miles
  • 2013 – 10,409 miles
  • 2012 – 9,401 miles
  • 2011 – 8,088 miles
  • 2010 – 6,855 miles
  • 2009 – 5,806 miles
  • 2008 – 4,603 miles
  • 2007 – 4,226 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail36,109 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Needs buffing (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Needs buffing (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust flexi starting to come away
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail36,109 miles (+2,074)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,109 miles
    Test number
    586278986597
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Needs buffing (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Needs buffing (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi starting to come away
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded

  2. Pass34,035 miles (+2,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    34,035 miles
    Test number
    795662559970
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass31,415 miles (+218)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    31,415 miles
    Test number
    740475411878
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Nearside & Offside Front And Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass31,197 miles (+1,445)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    31,197 miles
    Test number
    405072509347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass29,752 miles (+1,668)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    29,752 miles
    Test number
    260538724609
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass28,084 miles (+2,206)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    28,084 miles
    Test number
    565009898374
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass25,878 miles (+2,966)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    25,878 miles
    Test number
    722981134915
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  8. Pass22,912 miles (+2,335)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    22,912 miles
    Test number
    705683396577
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass20,577 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    20,577 miles
    Test number
    928570585027
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Fail20,577 miles (+2,449)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,577 miles
    Test number
    146510179949
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Pass18,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    18,128 miles
    Test number
    659882149550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail18,128 miles (+2,152)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,128 miles
    Test number
    912158321097
    • DangerousBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass15,976 miles (+1,500)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    15,976 miles
    Test number
    957280358852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,476 miles (+2,887)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    14,476 miles
    Test number
    419677425177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass11,589 miles (+1,180)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    11,589 miles
    Test number
    539828824148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass10,409 miles (+1,008)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    10,409 miles
    Test number
    219475613192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass9,401 miles (+1,313)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    9,401 miles
    Test number
    817369222103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    8,088 miles
    Test number
    715469301127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail8,088 miles (+1,233)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,088 miles
    Test number
    697339401156
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass6,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    6,855 miles
    Test number
    281068120176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail6,855 miles (+1,049)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,855 miles
    Test number
    380547520178
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass5,806 miles (+1,203)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    5,806 miles
    Test number
    954622439176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass4,603 miles (+377)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    4,603 miles
    Test number
    641303438101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass4,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    4,226 miles
    Test number
    960535657240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 UYG

Does LB04 UYG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 UYG expired on 14 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 UYG?
The MOT on LB04 UYG expired on 14 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 UYG done?
LB04 UYG was recorded at 36,109 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 1,672 miles a year.
Has LB04 UYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 UYG has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 UYG 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 UYG find?
LB04 UYG failed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 4 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect needs buffing; offside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect needs buffing, and 5 more.

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