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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,086 cc

LB04 VNZMOT history

LB04 VNZ is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 21 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 14 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 107,462 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Dec 2026
Mileage
107,462 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,260 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 VNZ
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
21 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 VNZ was last recorded at 107,462 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 1,759 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,703 miles · 10 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,759 miles
Average per year
5,260 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 107,462 miles
  • 2024 – 105,703 miles
  • 2023 – 103,708 miles
  • 2022 – 101,962 miles
  • 2021 – 100,198 miles
  • 2020 – 98,480 miles
  • 2019 – 94,407 miles
  • 2017 – 93,823 miles
  • 2016 – 86,603 miles
  • 2015 – 77,518 miles
  • 2014 – 73,676 miles
  • 2013 – 70,730 miles
  • 2012 – 60,468 miles
  • 2011 – 50,191 miles
  • 2010 – 39,096 miles
  • 2009 – 27,135 miles
  • 2008 – 17,452 miles
  • 2007 – 9,698 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,462 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear centre seat belt has been removed

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 Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread small cracks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Sill covers fitted unable to carry out full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,462 miles (+1,759)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    107,462 miles
    Test number
    427914335301
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear centre seat belt has been removed

  2. Pass105,703 miles (+1,995)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    105,703 miles
    Test number
    115202329412
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak suspect slight leak from rad bottom hose clip
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres showing very slight age cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flex slightly weak

  3. Pass103,708 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    103,708 miles
    Test number
    608549480015
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread small cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail103,654 miles (+1,692)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,654 miles
    Test number
    508565805307
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread small cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass101,962 miles (+1,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    101,962 miles
    Test number
    253806415923
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both,inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass100,198 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    100,198 miles
    Test number
    462249202841
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail100,196 miles (+1,716)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,196 miles
    Test number
    209218841577
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning juddering from lock to lock, (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass98,480 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    98,480 miles
    Test number
    134542353167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail98,442 miles (+4,035)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,442 miles
    Test number
    256092363149
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

  10. Pass94,407 miles (+584)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    94,407 miles
    Test number
    616101489347
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass93,823 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    93,823 miles
    Test number
    250543186819
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted unable to carry out full inspection

  12. Fail93,799 miles (+7,196)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,799 miles
    Test number
    970844439572
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted unable to carry out full inspection

  13. Pass86,603 miles (+9,085)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    86,603 miles
    Test number
    756675850728
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  14. Pass77,518 miles (+3,842)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    77,518 miles
    Test number
    600098056565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,676 miles (+2,946)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    73,676 miles
    Test number
    207741424315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,730 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    70,730 miles
    Test number
    438333423429
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  17. Fail70,726 miles (+3,286)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,726 miles
    Test number
    755722223313
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • NoteRear n/s and o/s brake discs working area rusted
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  18. Pass67,440 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    67,440 miles
    Test number
    155478423140
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail67,440 miles (+6,972)3 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,440 miles
    Test number
    505758323125
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass60,468 miles (+10,277)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    60,468 miles
    Test number
    149405132119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,191 miles (+11,095)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,191 miles
    Test number
    388026531194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,096 miles (+11,961)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    39,096 miles
    Test number
    553808230178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,135 miles (+9,683)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    27,135 miles
    Test number
    672172139178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,452 miles (+7,754)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    17,452 miles
    Test number
    811567838139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass9,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    9,698 miles
    Test number
    283742037136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 VNZ

Does LB04 VNZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 VNZ is valid until 14 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB04 VNZ?
The MOT on LB04 VNZ is valid until 14 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 VNZ done?
LB04 VNZ was recorded at 107,462 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 5,260 miles a year.
Has LB04 VNZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 VNZ has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB04 VNZ 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 VNZ find?
LB04 VNZ passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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