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Kia Picanto

Bronze · Petrol · 2004 · 1,099 cc

LB04 VGDMOT history

LB04 VGD is a bronze petrol Kia Picanto first used on 21 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 139,158 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Jun 2026
Mileage
139,158 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 VGD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,099 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
21 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 VGD was last recorded at 139,158 miles on 26 Jun 2025, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,139 miles · 25 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
6,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 139,158 miles
  • 2024 – 135,462 miles
  • 2023 – 131,578 miles
  • 2022 – 126,440 miles
  • 2021 – 122,951 miles
  • 2020 – 116,262 miles
  • 2019 – 112,092 miles
  • 2018 – 108,458 miles
  • 2017 – 101,997 miles
  • 2016 – 96,115 miles
  • 2015 – 81,566 miles
  • 2014 – 64,691 miles
  • 2013 – 54,538 miles
  • 2012 – 47,201 miles
  • 2011 – 41,647 miles
  • 2010 – 35,797 miles
  • 2009 – 29,457 miles
  • 2008 – 23,630 miles
  • 2007 – 17,785 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,158 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear axel corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Vehicle underneath under sealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,158 miles (+19)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    139,158 miles
    Test number
    167995900198
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axel corroded

  2. Fail139,139 miles (+3,677)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,139 miles
    Test number
    458478469832
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axel corroded

  3. Pass135,462 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    135,462 miles
    Test number
    354483681912
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underneath under sealed

  4. Fail135,462 miles (+3,884)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,462 miles
    Test number
    487017572467
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underneath under sealed

  5. Pass131,578 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    131,578 miles
    Test number
    135659435197
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail131,578 miles (+5,138)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,578 miles
    Test number
    103600389929
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass126,440 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    126,440 miles
    Test number
    579586870852
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail126,440 miles (+3,489)10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,440 miles
    Test number
    515603197977
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass122,951 miles (+6,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    122,951 miles
    Test number
    703537388806
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass116,262 miles (+4,170)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    116,262 miles
    Test number
    887416543723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass112,092 miles (+3,634)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    112,092 miles
    Test number
    298928136756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass108,458 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    108,458 miles
    Test number
    670236764748
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear Joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Fail108,456 miles (+6,459)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,456 miles
    Test number
    480649187861
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass101,997 miles (+5,882)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    101,997 miles
    Test number
    462541196275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass96,115 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    96,115 miles
    Test number
    851252959619
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' lower (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail96,106 miles (+14,540)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,106 miles
    Test number
    475188198504
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened /inner pads (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' lower (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass81,566 miles (+16,875)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    81,566 miles
    Test number
    295222535447
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass64,691 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    64,691 miles
    Test number
    437256334197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Fail64,691 miles (+10,153)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,691 miles
    Test number
    478506434106
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass54,538 miles (+7,337)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    54,538 miles
    Test number
    648427633191
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres tread edges,are low 165/65/14

  21. Pass47,201 miles (+5,554)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    47,201 miles
    Test number
    799282542143
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs,light rust corrosion
    • NoteExhaust system,rust corrosion

  22. Pass41,647 miles (+5,850)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    41,647 miles
    Test number
    239760241417
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s inner cv boot slightly leaking
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perishing

  23. Pass35,797 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    35,797 miles
    Test number
    194617930141
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  24. Fail35,797 miles (+6,340)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,797 miles
    Test number
    824267630145
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront tracking is out?

  25. Pass29,457 miles (+5,827)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,457 miles
    Test number
    792030749133
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  26. Pass23,630 miles (+5,845)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    23,630 miles
    Test number
    644076938199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass17,785 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    17,785 miles
    Test number
    122208137165
    • NoteFront tyres low

Questions about LB04 VGD

Does LB04 VGD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 VGD expired on 25 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 VGD?
The MOT on LB04 VGD expired on 25 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 VGD done?
LB04 VGD was recorded at 139,158 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2025, an average of 6,703 miles a year.
Has LB04 VGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 VGD has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 VGD 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 VGD find?
LB04 VGD passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2025 with 6 advisories: front coil spring corroded both side; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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