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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,099 cc

LB05 RJUMOT history

LB05 RJU is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 25 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 104,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Nov 2026
Mileage
104,568 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,971 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 RJU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,099 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 RJU was last recorded at 104,568 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,565 miles · 21 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,971 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,568 miles
  • 2024 – 97,459 miles
  • 2023 – 91,603 miles
  • 2022 – 84,529 miles
  • 2021 – 82,767 miles
  • 2020 – 81,263 miles
  • 2019 – 75,604 miles
  • 2018 – 69,364 miles
  • 2017 – 62,487 miles
  • 2016 – 59,778 miles
  • 2015 – 55,803 miles
  • 2014 – 50,833 miles
  • 2013 – 46,107 miles
  • 2012 – 41,153 miles
  • 2011 – 35,690 miles
  • 2010 – 30,144 miles
  • 2009 – 24,712 miles
  • 2008 – 17,568 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,568 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50%

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,568 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    104,568 miles
    Test number
    579711360506
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail104,565 miles (+7,106)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,565 miles
    Test number
    719932001644
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective NS&OS (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass97,459 miles (+5,856)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    97,459 miles
    Test number
    586034180618
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass91,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    91,603 miles
    Test number
    485620618549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail91,588 miles (+3,629)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,588 miles
    Test number
    676270760393
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass87,959 miles (+3,430)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    87,959 miles
    Test number
    786269416881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front washer jet slightly poor
    • 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 wearing smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight beam pattern slightly poor

  7. Pass84,529 miles (+1,762)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    84,529 miles
    Test number
    968248412246
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded.
    • AdvisoryHeadlights clouded, beam patterns poor.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f top strut mount corroded.

  8. Pass82,767 miles (+1,504)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    82,767 miles
    Test number
    521249948538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front upper strut top mount corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryHeadlights cloudy
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  9. Pass81,263 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    81,263 miles
    Test number
    247484887741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail81,259 miles (+5,655)4 dangerous2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,259 miles
    Test number
    785848719368
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass75,604 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    75,604 miles
    Test number
    760135487674
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail75,564 miles (+6,200)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,564 miles
    Test number
    868902598768
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak located at joint between centre exhaust and back box. (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass69,364 miles (+6,877)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    69,364 miles
    Test number
    200253825230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,487 miles (+2,709)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    62,487 miles
    Test number
    392711883602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,778 miles (+3,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    59,778 miles
    Test number
    774558295222
    • AdvisoryPlastic wheel trims fitted to road wheels

  16. Pass55,803 miles (+4,970)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    55,803 miles
    Test number
    958801165139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,833 miles (+4,726)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    50,833 miles
    Test number
    309176474133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,107 miles (+4,954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    46,107 miles
    Test number
    168970153170
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  19. Pass41,153 miles (+5,463)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    41,153 miles
    Test number
    898912572117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,690 miles (+5,546)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    35,690 miles
    Test number
    289856461195
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass30,144 miles (+5,432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    30,144 miles
    Test number
    900936740170
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  22. Pass24,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    24,712 miles
    Test number
    763829869130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail24,712 miles (+7,144)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,712 miles
    Test number
    511908169169
    • 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)

  24. Pass17,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    17,568 miles
    Test number
    582079448119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 RJU

Does LB05 RJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 RJU is valid until 29 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB05 RJU?
The MOT on LB05 RJU is valid until 29 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 RJU done?
LB05 RJU was recorded at 104,568 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 4,971 miles a year.
Has LB05 RJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 RJU has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 RJU 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 RJU find?
LB05 RJU passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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