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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,099 cc

LB04 VGFMOT history

LB04 VGF is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 25 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 99,756 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
99,756 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,321 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 VGF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,099 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 VGF was last recorded at 99,756 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 198 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,558 miles · 10 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
198 miles
Average per year
4,321 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,756 miles
  • 2025 – 91,421 miles
  • 2024 – 82,557 miles
  • 2023 – 76,225 miles
  • 2022 – 73,352 miles
  • 2021 – 70,039 miles
  • 2020 – 67,614 miles
  • 2019 – 65,483 miles
  • 2018 – 61,474 miles
  • 2017 – 57,402 miles
  • 2016 – 53,512 miles
  • 2015 – 49,634 miles
  • 2014 – 45,823 miles
  • 2013 – 41,492 miles
  • 2012 – 37,983 miles
  • 2011 – 34,606 miles
  • 2010 – 30,128 miles
  • 2009 – 26,651 miles
  • 2008 – 22,316 miles
  • 2007 – 17,199 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,756 miles
  • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge wearing low 165/60 R14 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm and inner edge low 165/60 R14 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Strut top mount (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak and level very low (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,756 miles (+198)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    99,756 miles
    Test number
    795284678231
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge wearing low 165/60 R14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm and inner edge low 165/60 R14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Strut top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak and level very low (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail99,558 miles (+8,137)1 dangerous7 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,558 miles
    Test number
    951650768144
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached Has already detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge wearing low 165/60 R14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm and inner edge low 165/60 R14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Strut top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak and level very low (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass91,421 miles5 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    91,421 miles
    Test number
    205377987695
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy and only just met requirements (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy and only just met requirements (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark On minimum mark which has likely caused the parking brake warning light to stay on (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Items removed from mirror
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Strut top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre Nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail91,421 miles (+8,864)4 major5 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,421 miles
    Test number
    164205356062
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy and only just met requirements (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy and only just met requirements (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark On minimum mark which has likely caused the parking brake warning light to stay on (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Items removed from mirror
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Strut top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre Nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass82,557 miles (+6,332)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    82,557 miles
    Test number
    837324905157
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass76,225 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    76,225 miles
    Test number
    402065742505
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail76,225 miles (+2,873)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,225 miles
    Test number
    647058330040
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass73,352 miles (+3,313)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    73,352 miles
    Test number
    855257250199
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective little smeary (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

  9. Pass70,039 miles (+2,425)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    70,039 miles
    Test number
    399757803221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass67,614 miles (+2,131)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    67,614 miles
    Test number
    105991058217
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass65,483 miles (+4,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,483 miles
    Test number
    274575914761
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass61,474 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    61,474 miles
    Test number
    233926714522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail61,473 miles (+4,071)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,473 miles
    Test number
    391897182860
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass57,402 miles (+3,890)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    57,402 miles
    Test number
    110182312100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,512 miles (+3,878)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    53,512 miles
    Test number
    914393961638
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking on tread side wall

  16. Pass49,634 miles (+3,811)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    49,634 miles
    Test number
    798363724436
    • 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 on inner edge

  17. Pass45,823 miles (+4,331)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    45,823 miles
    Test number
    705670434354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,492 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    41,492 miles
    Test number
    697533833344
    • 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)

  19. Fail41,489 miles (+3,506)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,489 miles
    Test number
    799803333337
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • 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)

  20. Pass37,983 miles (+3,377)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    37,983 miles
    Test number
    546007812344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,606 miles (+4,478)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    34,606 miles
    Test number
    929548211360
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass30,128 miles (+3,477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    30,128 miles
    Test number
    791145310364
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass26,651 miles (+4,335)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    26,651 miles
    Test number
    281925799260
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  24. Pass22,316 miles (+5,117)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    22,316 miles
    Test number
    781679638241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    17,199 miles
    Test number
    153236027230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail17,198 miles3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,198 miles
    Test number
    724746027261
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r brake binding on

Questions about LB04 VGF

Does LB04 VGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 VGF is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 VGF?
The MOT on LB04 VGF is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 VGF done?
LB04 VGF was recorded at 99,756 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 4,321 miles a year.
Has LB04 VGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 VGF has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 VGF 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 VGF find?
LB04 VGF passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; coil spring corroded all, and 9 more.

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