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Kia Picanto

Orange · Petrol · 2004 · 1,086 cc

LB54 BMUMOT history

LB54 BMU is an orange petrol Kia Picanto first used on 29 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 61,589 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
61,589 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 BMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 BMU was last recorded at 61,589 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,565 miles · 23 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
2,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,589 miles
  • 2025 – 60,962 miles
  • 2024 – 59,941 miles
  • 2023 – 59,069 miles
  • 2022 – 57,947 miles
  • 2021 – 57,148 miles
  • 2020 – 56,169 miles
  • 2019 – 55,088 miles
  • 2018 – 53,768 miles
  • 2016 – 51,642 miles
  • 2015 – 47,751 miles
  • 2014 – 44,256 miles
  • 2013 – 40,404 miles
  • 2012 – 37,838 miles
  • 2011 – 34,983 miles
  • 2010 – 32,027 miles
  • 2009 – 28,228 miles
  • 2008 – 24,111 miles
  • 2007 – 19,891 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,589 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,589 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    61,589 miles
    Test number
    614340959838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail61,565 miles (+603)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,565 miles
    Test number
    826696321607
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded metal end that fits in calliper - marked yellow - (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryApprox 24% rear brake imbalance
    • AdvisoryPark brake only just meets MOT efficiency criteria

  3. Pass60,962 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    60,962 miles
    Test number
    177376942499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material grease on pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material grease on pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail60,961 miles (+1,020)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,961 miles
    Test number
    751874791434
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material grease on pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material grease on pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass59,941 miles18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    59,941 miles
    Test number
    332766838947
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTop mount bush worn / play

  6. Fail59,941 miles (+872)11 major1 minor21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,941 miles
    Test number
    114611375593
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi worn
    • AdvisoryTop mount bush worn / play

  7. Pass59,069 miles (+31)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    59,069 miles
    Test number
    417166753877
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail59,038 miles (+1,091)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,038 miles
    Test number
    773008840456
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt cv boot insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill near trailing arm mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting o/s/r inner sill near trailing arm mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust slight blow at flexible section
    • AdvisoryO/s/r park brake low on efficiency

  9. Pass57,947 miles (+799)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    57,947 miles
    Test number
    458691605853
    • AdvisoryExhaust broken at front flexible section not blowing or loose at this time.....
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect brake pads with wheels / trims in place

  10. Pass57,148 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    57,148 miles
    Test number
    697536498252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hand brake low efficiency
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail57,148 miles (+979)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,148 miles
    Test number
    844376835020
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hand brake low efficiency
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass56,169 miles (+1,081)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    56,169 miles
    Test number
    411806667306
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass55,088 miles (+1,320)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    55,088 miles
    Test number
    251725732389
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Shock Absorber Top Mounts Worn Slightly
    • AdvisoryBoth Headlamp Len's Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass53,768 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    53,768 miles
    Test number
    206756870580
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded / front flexi section deteriorated / weak in structure / strong adv to replace as required / slight blow developing
    • AdvisoryOil leaks on engine
    • AdvisoryUnderside / components showing general corrosion

  15. Fail53,767 miles (+2,125)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,767 miles
    Test number
    161367122289
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened o/s hand brake cable corroded / snapped / broken at caliper pivot point ball end (3.5.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryAdvise to replace nearside hand brake cable
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded / front flexi section deteriorated / weak in structure / strong adv to replace as required / slight blow developing
    • AdvisoryHand brake calipers pivots dry of grease or lube
    • AdvisoryOil leaks on engine
    • AdvisoryUnderside / components showing general corrosion

  16. Pass51,642 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    51,642 miles
    Test number
    327651490577
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light not working

  17. Fail51,642 miles (+3,891)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,642 miles
    Test number
    541770884365
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light not working

  18. Pass47,751 miles (+3,495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    47,751 miles
    Test number
    473371320543
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perishing

  19. Pass44,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    44,256 miles
    Test number
    496283854366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,256 miles (+3,852)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,256 miles
    Test number
    979513354350
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass40,404 miles (+2,566)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    40,404 miles
    Test number
    489074633411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,838 miles (+2,855)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    37,838 miles
    Test number
    887743642340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    34,983 miles
    Test number
    476990431391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail34,983 miles (+2,956)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,983 miles
    Test number
    515620231306
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  25. Pass32,027 miles (+3,799)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    32,027 miles
    Test number
    441691030356
    • NoteEml on

  26. Pass28,228 miles (+4,117)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    28,228 miles
    Test number
    772192739364
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre scrubbing off inner edge

  27. Pass24,111 miles (+4,220)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    24,111 miles
    Test number
    434397128418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass19,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    19,891 miles
    Test number
    544790137385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 BMU

Does LB54 BMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 BMU is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 BMU?
The MOT on LB54 BMU is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 BMU done?
LB54 BMU was recorded at 61,589 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 2,234 miles a year.
Has LB54 BMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 BMU has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB54 BMU 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 LB54 BMU find?
LB54 BMU passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule.

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