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Kia Picanto

Orange · Petrol · 2004 · 1,086 cc

LB54 BMYMOT history

LB54 BMY is an orange petrol Kia Picanto first used on 29 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 41,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
41,167 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,457 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 BMY
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 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 BMY was last recorded at 41,167 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 317 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,850 miles · 15 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
317 miles
Average per year
1,457 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,167 miles
  • 2025 – 40,850 miles
  • 2024 – 40,435 miles
  • 2023 – 39,705 miles
  • 2022 – 39,314 miles
  • 2021 – 38,963 miles
  • 2020 – 38,735 miles
  • 2019 – 36,871 miles
  • 2018 – 34,235 miles
  • 2017 – 31,932 miles
  • 2016 – 30,001 miles
  • 2015 – 28,496 miles
  • 2014 – 26,819 miles
  • 2013 – 25,058 miles
  • 2011 – 22,701 miles
  • 2010 – 20,970 miles
  • 2009 – 18,978 miles
  • 2008 – 17,055 miles
  • 2007 – 14,677 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,167 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Both Front top Strut Mount Bushes Slightly Worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,167 miles (+317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    41,167 miles
    Test number
    321872709465
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass40,850 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    40,850 miles
    Test number
    505251329550
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail40,838 miles (+403)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,838 miles
    Test number
    713484520161
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass40,435 miles (+730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    40,435 miles
    Test number
    617820057369
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass39,705 miles (+391)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    39,705 miles
    Test number
    235973611568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass39,314 miles (+351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    39,314 miles
    Test number
    642115101265
    • AdvisoryBoth Front top Strut Mount Bushes Slightly Worn

  7. Pass38,963 miles (+228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    38,963 miles
    Test number
    807419394902
    • AdvisoryBoth Front top Strut Mount Bushes Slightly Worn

  8. Pass38,735 miles (+1,864)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    38,735 miles
    Test number
    431103221896
    • AdvisoryBoth Front top Strut Mount Bushes Slightly Worn
    • AdvisoryHandbrake Reserve Slightly High

  9. Pass36,871 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    36,871 miles
    Test number
    912526701724
    • AdvisoryHandbrake Reserve Travel High
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail36,871 miles (+2,636)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,871 miles
    Test number
    193786340553
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass34,235 miles (+2,303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    34,235 miles
    Test number
    629242909085
    • AdvisoryFront brakes slight wear

  12. Pass31,932 miles (+1,931)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    31,932 miles
    Test number
    677644203096
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass30,001 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    30,001 miles
    Test number
    181867571567
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  14. Fail30,001 miles (+1,505)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,001 miles
    Test number
    335474986173
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass28,496 miles (+1,677)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    28,496 miles
    Test number
    618026025080
    • NoteBattery loose but unlikely to fall over

  16. Pass26,819 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    26,819 miles
    Test number
    158008834007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail26,819 miles (+1,761)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,819 miles
    Test number
    548988134068
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass25,058 miles (+2,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    25,058 miles
    Test number
    426828253015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  19. Pass22,701 miles (+1,731)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    22,701 miles
    Test number
    488386531488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,970 miles (+1,992)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    20,970 miles
    Test number
    200417330387
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Pass18,978 miles (+1,923)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    18,978 miles
    Test number
    922131639396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,055 miles (+2,378)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    17,055 miles
    Test number
    382098438382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    14,677 miles
    Test number
    310897247382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail14,677 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,677 miles
    Test number
    570347747318
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LB54 BMY

Does LB54 BMY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 BMY is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 BMY?
The MOT on LB54 BMY is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 BMY done?
LB54 BMY was recorded at 41,167 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 1,457 miles a year.
Has LB54 BMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 BMY has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB54 BMY 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 BMY find?
LB54 BMY passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive.

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