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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,099 cc

LB04 VPCMOT history

LB04 VPC is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 25 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 18 Jul 2026 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 128,816 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jul 2026
Mileage
128,816 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2025
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,594 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 VPC
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 expired on 18 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 VPC was last recorded at 128,816 miles on 18 Jul 2025, 3,398 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,418 miles · 19 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
3,398 miles
Average per year
6,594 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 128,816 miles
  • 2024 – 125,418 miles
  • 2023 – 122,043 miles
  • 2022 – 116,416 miles
  • 2020 – 104,331 miles
  • 2018 – 84,688 miles
  • 2017 – 68,299 miles
  • 2016 – 59,489 miles
  • 2015 – 57,411 miles
  • 2014 – 50,150 miles
  • 2013 – 43,846 miles
  • 2012 – 37,183 miles
  • 2011 – 23,088 miles
  • 2010 – 16,435 miles
  • 2009 – 10,341 miles
  • 2008 – 9,991 miles
  • 2007 – 9,144 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,816 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexy joint (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass128,816 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    128,816 miles
    Test number
    618384562247
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexy joint (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail128,816 miles (+3,398)1 repaired3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,816 miles
    Test number
    356230983119
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexy joint (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass125,418 miles (+3,375)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    125,418 miles
    Test number
    763249049848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass122,043 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    122,043 miles
    Test number
    365858246892
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Fail122,043 miles (+5,627)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,043 miles
    Test number
    879044960861
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass116,416 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    116,416 miles
    Test number
    265557425696
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail116,416 miles (+5,649)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,416 miles
    Test number
    208576755599
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass110,767 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    110,767 miles
    Test number
    976855889106
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights only just give a image
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear inner edge 165/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear inner edge 165/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail110,767 miles (+6,436)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,767 miles
    Test number
    276361615652
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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 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))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights only just give a image
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear inner edge 165/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear inner edge 165/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass104,331 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    104,331 miles
    Test number
    266996055493
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail104,331 miles (+8,821)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,331 miles
    Test number
    703684380894
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass95,510 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    95,510 miles
    Test number
    199820821662
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail95,508 miles (+10,820)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,508 miles
    Test number
    886101149572
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass84,688 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    84,688 miles
    Test number
    240729115960
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Fail84,688 miles (+10,598)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,688 miles
    Test number
    199348242239
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  16. Pass74,090 miles (+5,791)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    74,090 miles
    Test number
    742633258749
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear stop light not working

  17. Pass68,299 miles (+8,810)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    68,299 miles
    Test number
    738604840981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,489 miles (+2,078)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    59,489 miles
    Test number
    237248905666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,411 miles (+7,261)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    57,411 miles
    Test number
    756926473713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,150 miles (+6,304)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    50,150 miles
    Test number
    106666294279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,846 miles (+6,663)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    43,846 miles
    Test number
    289062633373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,183 miles (+6,940)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    37,183 miles
    Test number
    648982552304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,243 miles (+7,155)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    30,243 miles
    Test number
    976943312088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    23,088 miles
    Test number
    165708761021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail23,079 miles (+6,644)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,079 miles
    Test number
    998408961093
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  26. Pass16,435 miles (+6,094)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    16,435 miles
    Test number
    734311380028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass10,341 miles (+350)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    10,341 miles
    Test number
    914044119115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass9,991 miles (+847)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    9,991 miles
    Test number
    424386218185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass9,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    9,144 miles
    Test number
    344935147165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail9,144 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,144 miles
    Test number
    414965847174
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LB04 VPC

Does LB04 VPC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 VPC expired on 18 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 VPC?
The MOT on LB04 VPC expired on 18 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 VPC done?
LB04 VPC was recorded at 128,816 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2025, an average of 6,594 miles a year.
Has LB04 VPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 VPC has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 VPC 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 VPC find?
LB04 VPC passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2025 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 6 more.

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