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Kia Picanto

Orange · Petrol · 2005 · 1,099 cc

LB05 VRZMOT history

LB05 VRZ is an orange petrol Kia Picanto first used on 12 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 114,118 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
114,118 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,176 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 VRZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,099 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 VRZ was last recorded at 114,118 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,116 miles · 22 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,176 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,118 miles
  • 2025 – 105,920 miles
  • 2024 – 99,629 miles
  • 2023 – 95,517 miles
  • 2022 – 90,898 miles
  • 2021 – 82,252 miles
  • 2020 – 78,101 miles
  • 2019 – 70,569 miles
  • 2018 – 63,046 miles
  • 2017 – 54,452 miles
  • 2016 – 47,524 miles
  • 2015 – 41,361 miles
  • 2014 – 35,398 miles
  • 2013 – 29,213 miles
  • 2012 – 26,132 miles
  • 2010 – 25,529 miles
  • 2009 – 23,213 miles
  • 2008 – 21,332 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,118 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Coil spring corroded both front and both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,118 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    114,118 miles
    Test number
    138079130318
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail114,116 miles (+8,196)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,116 miles
    Test number
    908152341760
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass105,920 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    105,920 miles
    Test number
    481137406046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail105,901 miles (+6,272)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,901 miles
    Test number
    901787235239
    • MajorFront Side repeater incorrect colour both side (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass99,629 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    99,629 miles
    Test number
    955508940319
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive whole area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail99,625 miles (+4,108)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,625 miles
    Test number
    733291013003
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive whole area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass95,517 miles (+4,619)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    95,517 miles
    Test number
    229827977155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,898 miles (+8,646)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    90,898 miles
    Test number
    738895265047
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass82,252 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    82,252 miles
    Test number
    790714371410
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front and both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  10. Fail82,252 miles (+4,151)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,252 miles
    Test number
    950598229085
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction red oil light flash's (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front and both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  11. Pass78,101 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    78,101 miles
    Test number
    345530373182
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TOP MOUNT HAS PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail78,101 miles (+7,532)1 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,101 miles
    Test number
    241689435231
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TOP MOUNT HAS PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass70,569 miles (+83)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    70,569 miles
    Test number
    456144647065
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail70,486 miles (+7,440)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,486 miles
    Test number
    305547057857
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass63,046 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    63,046 miles
    Test number
    847327752698
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail63,046 miles (+8,594)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,046 miles
    Test number
    357217918351
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass54,452 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    54,452 miles
    Test number
    151127462791
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail54,452 miles (+6,928)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,452 miles
    Test number
    487228340059
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass47,524 miles (+6,163)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    47,524 miles
    Test number
    860475852296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,361 miles (+5,963)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    41,361 miles
    Test number
    335196955079
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass35,398 miles (+6,185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    35,398 miles
    Test number
    327695454063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass29,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    29,213 miles
    Test number
    467713653011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail29,213 miles (+3,081)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,213 miles
    Test number
    246433653031
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  24. Pass26,132 miles (+603)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    26,132 miles
    Test number
    675779162004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,529 miles (+2,316)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    25,529 miles
    Test number
    340298250234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,213 miles (+1,881)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    23,213 miles
    Test number
    803942139250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass21,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    21,332 miles
    Test number
    992783608215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 VRZ

Does LB05 VRZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 VRZ is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 VRZ?
The MOT on LB05 VRZ is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 VRZ done?
LB05 VRZ was recorded at 114,118 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 5,176 miles a year.
Has LB05 VRZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 VRZ has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 VRZ 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 VRZ find?
LB05 VRZ passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: rear coil spring corroded; rear sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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