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Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,086 cc

LB06 YHLMOT history

LB06 YHL is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 16 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 76,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
76,189 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 YHL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB06 YHL was last recorded at 76,189 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 3,225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,964 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,225 miles
Average per year
3,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 76,189 miles
  • 2024 – 72,964 miles
  • 2023 – 71,014 miles
  • 2022 – 69,483 miles
  • 2021 – 68,236 miles
  • 2020 – 68,067 miles
  • 2019 – 66,821 miles
  • 2018 – 63,449 miles
  • 2017 – 57,997 miles
  • 2016 – 54,029 miles
  • 2015 – 50,756 miles
  • 2014 – 47,528 miles
  • 2013 – 43,230 miles
  • 2012 – 41,772 miles
  • 2011 – 36,183 miles
  • 2010 – 30,101 miles
  • 2009 – 16,984 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,189 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,189 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    76,189 miles
    Test number
    688252619650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail76,187 miles (+3,223)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,187 miles
    Test number
    905578806503
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre to rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass72,964 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    72,964 miles
    Test number
    346063488062
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail72,964 miles (+1,950)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,964 miles
    Test number
    101335884331
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass71,014 miles (+1,531)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    71,014 miles
    Test number
    264807028492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass69,483 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    69,483 miles
    Test number
    665459698053
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail69,483 miles (+1,247)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,483 miles
    Test number
    338681385588
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass68,236 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    68,236 miles
    Test number
    158414469114
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail68,236 miles (+169)1 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,236 miles
    Test number
    863639129003
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed visible through perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass68,067 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    68,067 miles
    Test number
    279816458363
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail68,067 miles (+1,246)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,067 miles
    Test number
    632087276818
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass66,821 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    66,821 miles
    Test number
    348543665233
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in both strut top mountings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail66,816 miles (+3,367)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,816 miles
    Test number
    701606167538
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in both strut top mountings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass63,449 miles (+207)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    63,449 miles
    Test number
    830828468142
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Fail63,242 miles (+5,245)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,242 miles
    Test number
    992321565125
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165/60 R14 75H (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass57,997 miles (+3,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    57,997 miles
    Test number
    956135176993
    • AdvisoryBonnet sometimes hard to close.
    • AdvisoryEngine light is on.

  17. Pass54,029 miles (+3,273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    54,029 miles
    Test number
    474441899123
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre uneven wear and cut in tread may cause vibration in future

  18. Pass50,756 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    50,756 miles
    Test number
    935639085077
    • NoteExhaust support bracket weld broken so unsupported but is ok at present
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has wear on inner edge for twelve inches or so may be causing vibration

  19. Fail50,756 miles (+3,228)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,756 miles
    Test number
    725126985056
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteExhaust support bracket weld broken so unsupported but is ok at present
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has wear on inner edge for twelve inches or so may be causing vibration

  20. Pass47,528 miles (+4,298)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    47,528 miles
    Test number
    245137794062
    • NoteCentre exhaust support hange bracke broken but ex still supported

  21. Pass43,230 miles (+1,458)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    43,230 miles
    Test number
    789086483010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,772 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    41,772 miles
    Test number
    109362972265
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  23. Fail41,771 miles (+5,588)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,771 miles
    Test number
    346010072209
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  24. Pass36,183 miles (+6,082)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,183 miles
    Test number
    287413481468
    • NoteAdvise near side front mirror glass missing
    • NoteAdvise off side front wheel slightly binding

  25. Pass30,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    30,101 miles
    Test number
    484206290120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail30,101 miles (+13,117)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,101 miles
    Test number
    780946790123
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  27. Pass16,984 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    16,984 miles
    Test number
    440508789186
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail16,984 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,984 miles
    Test number
    981678189193
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB06 YHL

Does LB06 YHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB06 YHL is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB06 YHL?
The MOT on LB06 YHL is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB06 YHL done?
LB06 YHL was recorded at 76,189 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 3,601 miles a year.
Has LB06 YHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 YHL has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB06 YHL 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 LB06 YHL find?
LB06 YHL passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre slightly damaged sidewall.

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