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Kia Picanto

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,086 cc

LB05 RHOMOT history

LB05 RHO is a black petrol Kia Picanto first used on 25 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 71,054 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
71,054 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 RHO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 RHO was last recorded at 71,054 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 4,523 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,531 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,523 miles
Average per year
2,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,054 miles
  • 2025 – 66,531 miles
  • 2024 – 63,616 miles
  • 2023 – 61,851 miles
  • 2022 – 60,247 miles
  • 2021 – 58,342 miles
  • 2020 – 56,333 miles
  • 2019 – 51,323 miles
  • 2018 – 48,845 miles
  • 2017 – 46,642 miles
  • 2016 – 42,973 miles
  • 2015 – 41,263 miles
  • 2014 – 39,742 miles
  • 2013 – 37,805 miles
  • 2012 – 35,461 miles
  • 2011 – 33,074 miles
  • 2010 – 30,994 miles
  • 2009 – 28,403 miles
  • 2008 – 25,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,054 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both side (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively pick up ring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,054 miles (+4,523)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    71,054 miles
    Test number
    669583287314
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass66,531 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    66,531 miles
    Test number
    321351724231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively pick up ring corroded (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail66,519 miles (+2,903)1 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,519 miles
    Test number
    695680257479
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively pick up ring corroded (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass63,616 miles (+1,765)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    63,616 miles
    Test number
    890090984270
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened slight play in shocker top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass61,851 miles (+1,604)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    61,851 miles
    Test number
    451483722123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass60,247 miles (+1,905)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    60,247 miles
    Test number
    655832881978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass58,342 miles (+2,009)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    58,342 miles
    Test number
    686968587865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,333 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    56,333 miles
    Test number
    998685355664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail56,265 miles (+4,942)2 dangerous4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,265 miles
    Test number
    311702495220
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass51,323 miles (+2,478)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    51,323 miles
    Test number
    797696100193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,845 miles (+2,203)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    48,845 miles
    Test number
    130841349001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,642 miles (+3,669)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    46,642 miles
    Test number
    587789513621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,973 miles (+1,710)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    42,973 miles
    Test number
    475802006905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,263 miles (+1,521)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    41,263 miles
    Test number
    985133788705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,742 miles (+1,937)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    39,742 miles
    Test number
    137483634210
    • NoteAll 4 tyres worn close to limit

  16. Pass37,805 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    37,805 miles
    Test number
    979267423245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail37,791 miles (+2,330)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,791 miles
    Test number
    446713193176
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  18. Pass35,461 miles (+2,387)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    35,461 miles
    Test number
    295331472105
    • NoteAirbag light illuminated

  19. Pass33,074 miles (+2,080)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    33,074 miles
    Test number
    279895971492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,994 miles (+2,591)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    30,994 miles
    Test number
    393825360175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,403 miles (+2,551)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    28,403 miles
    Test number
    423479269129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    25,852 miles
    Test number
    993601178141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 RHO

Does LB05 RHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 RHO is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 RHO?
The MOT on LB05 RHO is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 RHO done?
LB05 RHO was recorded at 71,054 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 2,473 miles a year.
Has LB05 RHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 RHO has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 RHO 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 LB05 RHO find?
LB05 RHO passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive; offside front coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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