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Orange · Petrol · 2005 · 1,099 cc

LB05 VTGMOT history

LB05 VTG is an orange petrol Kia Picanto first used on 5 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2025 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 164,208 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2025
Mileage
164,208 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2024
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,990 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 VTG
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
5 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 VTG was last recorded at 164,208 miles on 21 Feb 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,208 miles · 20 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,990 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 164,208 miles
  • 2023 – 157,527 miles
  • 2022 – 148,435 miles
  • 2021 – 139,815 miles
  • 2019 – 128,296 miles
  • 2018 – 119,428 miles
  • 2017 – 111,050 miles
  • 2016 – 107,313 miles
  • 2015 – 104,618 miles
  • 2014 – 101,896 miles
  • 2013 – 99,665 miles
  • 2012 – 84,401 miles
  • 2011 – 67,613 miles
  • 2010 – 51,806 miles
  • 2009 – 36,962 miles
  • 2008 – 21,334 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,208 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency just metRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,208 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    164,208 miles
    Test number
    371395567440
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency just met

  2. Fail164,208 miles (+6,681)2 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,208 miles
    Test number
    909761937032
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency just met

  3. Pass157,527 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    157,527 miles
    Test number
    846346200551
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail157,527 miles (+9,092)2 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,527 miles
    Test number
    721190392237
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass148,435 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    148,435 miles
    Test number
    792269381627
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail148,435 miles (+8,620)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,435 miles
    Test number
    355070275284
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass139,815 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    139,815 miles
    Test number
    711037255104
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail139,815 miles (+11,519)1 dangerous3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,815 miles
    Test number
    783156689498
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (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))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass128,296 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    128,296 miles
    Test number
    500177956558
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + has irregular wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail128,292 miles (+8,864)1 dangerous3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,292 miles
    Test number
    792160072741
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + has irregular wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  11. Pass119,428 miles (+8,378)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    119,428 miles
    Test number
    904760276766
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass111,050 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    111,050 miles
    Test number
    822840530288
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail111,046 miles (+3,733)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,046 miles
    Test number
    339092128168
    • FailureCentral Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass107,313 miles (+2,695)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    107,313 miles
    Test number
    282738135593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass104,618 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    104,618 miles
    Test number
    229975205146
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail104,618 miles (+2,722)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,618 miles
    Test number
    217775505407
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass101,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    101,896 miles
    Test number
    637352694067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail101,896 miles (+2,231)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,896 miles
    Test number
    135792994032
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass99,665 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    99,665 miles
    Test number
    947914993047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail99,665 miles (+15,264)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,665 miles
    Test number
    415383993078
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail84,401 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,401 miles
    Test number
    156071482457
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass84,401 miles (+16,788)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    84,401 miles
    Test number
    387741882022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,613 miles (+15,807)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    67,613 miles
    Test number
    126812981464
    • NoteFront and rear pads low
    • NoteRear discs badly pitted

  24. Fail51,806 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,806 miles
    Test number
    140384080471
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  25. Pass51,806 miles (+14,844)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    51,806 miles
    Test number
    823474580078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,962 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,962 miles
    Test number
    633860899055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail36,877 miles (+15,543)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,877 miles
    Test number
    100667789433
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvise Tracking Check

  28. Pass21,334 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    21,334 miles
    Test number
    833141598082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LB05 VTG

Does LB05 VTG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 VTG expired on 21 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 VTG?
The MOT on LB05 VTG expired on 21 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 VTG done?
LB05 VTG was recorded at 164,208 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2024, an average of 8,990 miles a year.
Has LB05 VTG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 VTG has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 VTG 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 VTG find?
LB05 VTG passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2024 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; central rear seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 5 more.

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