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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,099 cc

LB04 VMRMOT history

LB04 VMR is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 21 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 102,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
102,640 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,020 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 VMR
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
21 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 VMR was last recorded at 102,640 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,640 miles · 4 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,020 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,640 miles
  • 2025 – 99,208 miles
  • 2023 – 99,184 miles
  • 2022 – 95,816 miles
  • 2021 – 94,476 miles
  • 2020 – 92,544 miles
  • 2019 – 90,794 miles
  • 2018 – 85,985 miles
  • 2017 – 81,050 miles
  • 2016 – 75,721 miles
  • 2015 – 70,569 miles
  • 2014 – 66,148 miles
  • 2013 – 62,708 miles
  • 2011 – 45,193 miles
  • 2010 – 38,321 miles
  • 2009 – 31,559 miles
  • 2008 – 20,606 miles
  • 2007 – 10,684 miles
  • 2006 – 5,832 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,640 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,640 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    102,640 miles
    Test number
    915296621438
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail102,640 miles (+3,432)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,640 miles
    Test number
    559909904235
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass99,208 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    99,208 miles
    Test number
    642349881427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass99,184 miles (+3,368)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    99,184 miles
    Test number
    809192701555
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentral stop light inoperative
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass95,816 miles (+1,340)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    95,816 miles
    Test number
    255173686483
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass94,476 miles (+1,932)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    94,476 miles
    Test number
    239294169568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass92,544 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    92,544 miles
    Test number
    786460151963
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail92,544 miles (+1,750)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,544 miles
    Test number
    394559858596
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip leaking (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass90,794 miles (+4,809)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,794 miles
    Test number
    923681293078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f top mount worn

  10. Pass85,985 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    85,985 miles
    Test number
    601539176826
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail85,949 miles (+4,899)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,949 miles
    Test number
    677306732551
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r hand brake low
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass81,050 miles (+5,329)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    81,050 miles
    Test number
    197900965541
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass75,721 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    75,721 miles
    Test number
    154387540915
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail75,718 miles (+5,149)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,718 miles
    Test number
    179303794526
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass70,569 miles (+109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    70,569 miles
    Test number
    855840926126
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Fail70,460 miles (+4,312)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,460 miles
    Test number
    167290582516
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass66,148 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    66,148 miles
    Test number
    245846034338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail66,148 miles (+3,440)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,148 miles
    Test number
    479776234315
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass62,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    62,708 miles
    Test number
    508299313194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail62,707 miles (+17,514)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,707 miles
    Test number
    578889313149
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass45,193 miles (+6,872)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    45,193 miles
    Test number
    916061601376
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass38,321 miles (+6,762)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    38,321 miles
    Test number
    290347470288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,559 miles (+10,953)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    31,559 miles
    Test number
    962403389273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass20,606 miles (+30)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    20,606 miles
    Test number
    224956108362
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail20,576 miles (+9,892)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,576 miles
    Test number
    352205508343
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass10,684 miles (+4,852)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    10,684 miles
    Test number
    383535497245
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteEngine warning lamp

  27. Pass5,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    5,832 miles
    Test number
    460369396215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 VMR

Does LB04 VMR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 VMR is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 VMR?
The MOT on LB04 VMR is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 VMR done?
LB04 VMR was recorded at 102,640 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 5,020 miles a year.
Has LB04 VMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 VMR has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 VMR 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 VMR find?
LB04 VMR passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: coil spring corroded all springs; oil leak, but not excessive.

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