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Kia Picanto

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,086 cc

LB04 VNVMOT history

LB04 VNV is a silver petrol Kia Picanto first used on 25 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 97,352 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2026
Mileage
97,352 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,563 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 VNV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 VNV was last recorded at 97,352 miles on 15 Jul 2025, 1,462 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,890 miles · 13 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,462 miles
Average per year
4,563 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,352 miles
  • 2024 – 95,890 miles
  • 2023 – 95,089 miles
  • 2022 – 93,214 miles
  • 2021 – 90,787 miles
  • 2020 – 88,553 miles
  • 2019 – 84,166 miles
  • 2018 – 80,304 miles
  • 2017 – 76,363 miles
  • 2016 – 71,869 miles
  • 2015 – 67,526 miles
  • 2014 – 62,650 miles
  • 2013 – 57,972 miles
  • 2012 – 51,889 miles
  • 2011 – 45,505 miles
  • 2010 – 38,603 miles
  • 2009 – 31,463 miles
  • 2008 – 23,155 miles
  • 2007 – 14,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,352 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBody corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides, all

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass97,352 miles (+1,462)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    97,352 miles
    Test number
    709633198561
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBody corrosion

  2. Pass95,890 miles (+801)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    95,890 miles
    Test number
    373971497983
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBody corrosion

  3. Pass95,089 miles (+2)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    95,089 miles
    Test number
    467008977844
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides, all (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on limit (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security swing arm mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance close to limit (17%)

  4. Fail95,087 miles (+1,873)2 dangerous2 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,087 miles
    Test number
    653527129567
    • DangerousFront brake hoses worn support coils corroded and split
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture burst during mot test (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due brake pipe bursting (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides, all (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on limit (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on limit (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security swing arm mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass93,214 miles (+1)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    93,214 miles
    Test number
    520842192292
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated All Front ARB Link Boot Deteriorating (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective N/S/F + O/S/F Projected Images Weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective N/S/F + O/S/F Wipers Smeary - Not Adversely Affecting View (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Front Springs Starting To Corrode (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively O/S/F Has Very Light Bind (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S/R Brake Disc Corroding On Inner Face - Not Excessive (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/R + O/S/R Brake Pipes Covered In Grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Rear Coil Springs Corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill Covers Fitted Preventing Full Inspection Of Sills

  6. Fail93,213 miles (+2,426)5 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,213 miles
    Test number
    429209416117
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt NS/F + O/S/F (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated All Front ARB Link Boot Deteriorating (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective N/S/F + O/S/F Projected Images Weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective N/S/F + O/S/F Wipers Smeary - Not Adversely Affecting View (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Front Springs Starting To Corrode (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively O/S/F Has Very Light Bind (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S/R Brake Disc Corroding On Inner Face - Not Excessive (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/R + O/S/R Brake Pipes Covered In Grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Rear Coil Springs Corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill Covers Fitted Preventing Full Inspection Of Sills

  7. Pass90,787 miles (+67)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    90,787 miles
    Test number
    432615571233
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all front covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated insecure but appears to be preventing ingress (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated very small cut (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear jacking areas corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sills appear corroded but sill covers fitted & preventing inspection (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail90,720 miles (+2,167)2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,720 miles
    Test number
    468366275595
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (jacking / suspension mount areas) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all front covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated insecure but appears to be preventing ingress (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated very small cut (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear jacking areas corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sills appear corroded but sill covers fitted & preventing inspection (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass88,553 miles (+4,387)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    88,553 miles
    Test number
    220431125288
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Handbrake cable clip missing but secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass84,166 miles (+3,862)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,166 miles
    Test number
    403041225184
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamp beam patterns weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass80,304 miles (+3,941)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    80,304 miles
    Test number
    780703243215
    • AdvisoryBoth front brakes slightly binding on
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres side walls signs of perishing
    • AdvisoryRear suspension springs very rusty

  12. Pass76,363 miles (+4,494)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    76,363 miles
    Test number
    592667566428
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres & valves perishing / cracked
    • AdvisorySlight bind to front brakes

  13. Pass71,869 miles (+37)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    71,869 miles
    Test number
    279262603337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brakes binding
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryRear tyres & valves cracking

  14. Fail71,832 miles (+4,306)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,832 miles
    Test number
    105431248820
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brakes binding
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryRear tyres & valves cracking

  15. Pass67,526 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    67,526 miles
    Test number
    436828845190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail67,471 miles (+4,821)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,471 miles
    Test number
    618830145154
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass62,650 miles (+4,678)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,650 miles
    Test number
    438335134110
    • NoteBoth rear tyres - side walls perishing
    • NoteFront exhaust flex pipe worn

  18. Pass57,972 miles (+6,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,972 miles
    Test number
    955315633145
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Pass51,889 miles (+6,384)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,889 miles
    Test number
    806177332122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,505 miles (+6,902)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    45,505 miles
    Test number
    285117131188
    • NoteOffside rear wheel slightly binding

  21. Pass38,603 miles (+7,140)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    38,603 miles
    Test number
    613504930151
    • NoteN/s/f drive shaft inner c.v.boot leaking grease
    • NoteN/s/f wiper blade split on ends
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing low on inner edge

  22. Pass31,463 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    31,463 miles
    Test number
    264731049491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail31,445 miles (+8,290)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,445 miles
    Test number
    681998939145
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass23,155 miles (+8,661)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    23,155 miles
    Test number
    523921658177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    14,494 miles
    Test number
    310308137132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 VNV

Does LB04 VNV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 VNV expired on 14 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 VNV?
The MOT on LB04 VNV expired on 14 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 VNV done?
LB04 VNV was recorded at 97,352 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2025, an average of 4,563 miles a year.
Has LB04 VNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 VNV has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LB04 VNV 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 VNV find?
LB04 VNV passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; body corrosion.

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