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Kia Picanto

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,099 cc

LB54 KUYMOT history

LB54 KUY is a black petrol Kia Picanto first used on 30 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 19 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 86,037 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Apr 2025
Mileage
86,037 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 KUY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,099 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB54 KUY was last recorded at 86,037 miles on 1 Apr 2025, 7,932 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Dec 2020: 26,803 miles, lower than 76,678 miles on 16 Dec 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
78,105 miles · 27 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
7,932 miles
Average per year
3,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,037 miles
  • 2024 – 78,105 miles
  • 2023 – 77,912 miles
  • 2022 – 77,708 miles
  • 2021 – 77,452 miles
  • 2020 – 26,803 miles
  • 2019 – 76,678 miles
  • 2018 – 76,047 miles
  • 2017 – 75,171 miles
  • 2016 – 72,405 miles
  • 2015 – 69,375 miles
  • 2014 – 64,795 miles
  • 2013 – 58,147 miles
  • 2012 – 53,223 miles
  • 2011 – 47,766 miles
  • 2010 – 40,793 miles
  • 2009 – 33,203 miles
  • 2008 – 25,367 miles
  • 2007 – 16,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail86,037 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, 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 Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
  • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working and tell tail light not illuminating (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension corrosion

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside rear brake disc corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front exhaust deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Nearside front tyre wearing inner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail86,037 miles (+7,932)2 dangerous6 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,037 miles
    Test number
    512580767418
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, 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 Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working and tell tail light not illuminating (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension corrosion

  2. Pass78,105 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    78,105 miles
    Test number
    109753084173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail78,100 miles (+188)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,100 miles
    Test number
    142554818983
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass77,912 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    77,912 miles
    Test number
    431555700475
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported both front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear metal brake pipe is corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail77,910 miles (+202)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,910 miles
    Test number
    709846516534
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported both front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear metal brake pipe is corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass77,708 miles (+256)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    77,708 miles
    Test number
    272164669151
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  7. Pass77,452 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    77,452 miles
    Test number
    640471008815
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded around coil spring mounts- not considered integral to structure or performance of component
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  8. Fail77,441 miles (+50,638)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,441 miles
    Test number
    437550102447
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass26,803 miles (-49,875)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    26,803 miles
    Test number
    801965331859
    • 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))

  10. Pass76,678 miles (+631)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    76,678 miles
    Test number
    706333234863
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust deteriorated

  11. Pass76,047 miles (+876)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    76,047 miles
    Test number
    570753045664
    • AdvisoryBoth top mounts have slight play in them

  12. Pass75,171 miles (+2,766)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    75,171 miles
    Test number
    190860152747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,405 miles (+3,030)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    72,405 miles
    Test number
    815199181650
    • AdvisoryCan't see front brake pads
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake sticking slightly
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn

  14. Pass69,375 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    69,375 miles
    Test number
    433462073695
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing inner
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn inner
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc corroded

  15. Fail69,375 miles (+4,580)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,375 miles
    Test number
    555250325233
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing inner
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn inner
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc corroded

  16. Pass64,795 miles (+6,648)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    64,795 miles
    Test number
    346008444331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteCan't see front brake pads
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront exhaust pipe deteriorating
    • NoteFront tyres wearing inner edges

  17. Pass58,147 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    58,147 miles
    Test number
    916226533393
    • NoteCan't see brake pads
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  18. Fail58,146 miles (+4,923)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,146 miles
    Test number
    589005033377
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • NoteCan't see brake pads
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  19. Pass53,223 miles (+5,457)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    53,223 miles
    Test number
    307930452319
    • NoteBattery loose

  20. Pass47,766 miles (+6,973)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    47,766 miles
    Test number
    729004341329
    • NoteFront discs pitted.
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edge advise tracking.
    • NoteUnable to see front brake pads.
    • NoteUnable to see rear brake pads.

  21. Pass40,793 miles (+7,590)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    40,793 miles
    Test number
    733062260304
    • NoteCan't see rear brake pads very well
    • NoteRear tyres perrishing slightly

  22. Pass33,203 miles (+7,836)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    33,203 miles
    Test number
    651273769345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass25,367 miles (+8,597)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    25,367 miles
    Test number
    180544768308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    16,770 miles
    Test number
    444537837447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 KUY

Does LB54 KUY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 KUY expired on 19 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 KUY?
The MOT on LB54 KUY expired on 19 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 KUY done?
LB54 KUY was recorded at 86,037 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2025, an average of 3,997 miles a year.
Has LB54 KUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 KUY has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB54 KUY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Dec 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB54 KUY find?
LB54 KUY failed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 6 major defects and 11 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside front position lamp not working, and 16 more.

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