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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,086 cc

LB04 VMXMOT history

LB04 VMX is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 25 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 155,099 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2022
Mileage
155,099 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2021
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,656 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 VMX
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
25 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 VMX was last recorded at 155,099 miles on 1 Nov 2021, 5,521 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Nov 2011: 6,984 miles, lower than 62,127 miles on 10 Nov 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
149,578 miles · 3 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
5,521 miles
Average per year
8,656 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 155,099 miles
  • 2020 – 149,578 miles
  • 2019 – 144,821 miles
  • 2018 – 134,650 miles
  • 2017 – 124,469 miles
  • 2016 – 114,515 miles
  • 2015 – 105,275 miles
  • 2014 – 97,565 miles
  • 2013 – 87,800 miles
  • 2012 – 78,564 miles
  • 2011 – 6,984 miles
  • 2010 – 62,127 miles
  • 2009 – 51,979 miles
  • 2008 – 44,103 miles
  • 2007 – 34,264 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,099 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle and rear (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • N/s/f brake slightly binding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear brake discs well worn/corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,099 miles (+5,521)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    155,099 miles
    Test number
    129089439513
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass149,578 miles (+4,757)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    149,578 miles
    Test number
    541698193763
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass144,821 miles (+630)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    144,821 miles
    Test number
    616546536765
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (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))

  4. Fail144,191 miles (+9,541)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,191 miles
    Test number
    679656540569
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (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))

  5. Pass134,650 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    134,650 miles
    Test number
    914922056514
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail134,646 miles (+10,177)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,646 miles
    Test number
    531236309875
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass124,469 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    124,469 miles
    Test number
    919269496409
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs well worn/corroded

  8. Fail124,454 miles (+9,939)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,454 miles
    Test number
    569529794433
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs well worn/corroded

  9. Pass114,515 miles (+9,240)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    114,515 miles
    Test number
    708987990500
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

  10. Pass105,275 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    105,275 miles
    Test number
    120242273964
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Fail105,269 miles (+7,704)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,269 miles
    Test number
    267295813726
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass97,565 miles (+9,765)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    97,565 miles
    Test number
    226940314300
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass87,800 miles (+9,236)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    87,800 miles
    Test number
    785378903321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass78,564 miles (+71,580)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    78,564 miles
    Test number
    485201112486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass6,984 miles (-55,143)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    6,984 miles
    Test number
    896643611303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,127 miles (+10,148)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    62,127 miles
    Test number
    684114710323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,979 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    51,979 miles
    Test number
    164061329347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail51,978 miles (+7,875)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,978 miles
    Test number
    104070829304
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inside edges

  19. Pass44,103 miles (+9,839)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    44,103 miles
    Test number
    483622318324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    34,264 miles
    Test number
    213470027329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 VMX

Does LB04 VMX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 VMX expired on 26 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 VMX?
The MOT on LB04 VMX expired on 26 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 VMX done?
LB04 VMX was recorded at 155,099 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2021, an average of 8,656 miles a year.
Has LB04 VMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 VMX has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on LB04 VMX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Nov 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 VMX find?
LB04 VMX passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle and rear; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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