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Kia Picanto

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,099 cc

LB54 NKFMOT history

LB54 NKF is a silver petrol Kia Picanto first used on 24 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 81,778 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
81,778 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,412 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 NKF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,099 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 NKF was last recorded at 81,778 miles on 1 May 2026, 3,082 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,696 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,082 miles
Average per year
3,412 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,778 miles
  • 2025 – 78,696 miles
  • 2024 – 76,708 miles
  • 2023 – 73,355 miles
  • 2022 – 70,539 miles
  • 2021 – 68,402 miles
  • 2020 – 66,846 miles
  • 2019 – 65,504 miles
  • 2018 – 64,988 miles
  • 2017 – 64,491 miles
  • 2016 – 63,914 miles
  • 2015 – 63,285 miles
  • 2014 – 62,681 miles
  • 2013 – 54,734 miles
  • 2012 – 52,142 miles
  • 2011 – 43,722 miles
  • 2010 – 35,641 miles
  • 2009 – 26,540 miles
  • 2008 – 19,331 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,778 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosionRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • N\s headlamp slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,778 miles3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    81,778 miles
    Test number
    829692535225
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  2. Fail81,778 miles (+3,082)1 major3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,778 miles
    Test number
    897570517542
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  3. Pass78,696 miles (+1,988)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    78,696 miles
    Test number
    475683664768
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  4. Pass76,708 miles (+3,353)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    76,708 miles
    Test number
    410383683523
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  5. Pass73,355 miles (+2,816)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    73,355 miles
    Test number
    341643030952
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  6. Pass70,539 miles (+2,137)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    70,539 miles
    Test number
    403223088039
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  7. Pass68,402 miles (+1,556)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    68,402 miles
    Test number
    519088407325
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  8. Pass66,846 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    66,846 miles
    Test number
    493223585643
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside surface rust

  9. Fail66,846 miles (+1,342)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,846 miles
    Test number
    441475076624
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside surface rust

  10. Pass65,504 miles (+516)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2020
    Odometer
    65,504 miles
    Test number
    854798832194
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryN\s headlamp slightly deteriorated

  11. Pass64,988 miles (+497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    64,988 miles
    Test number
    678055167780
    • AdvisoryN\s headlamp slightly deteriorated

  12. Pass64,491 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    64,491 miles
    Test number
    491575741016
    • AdvisoryN\s headlamp slightly deteriorated

  13. Fail64,491 miles (+577)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,491 miles
    Test number
    705904845697
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryN\s headlamp slightly deteriorated

  14. Pass63,914 miles (+629)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    63,914 miles
    Test number
    724582821887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,285 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    63,285 miles
    Test number
    214820149636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail63,282 miles (+601)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,282 miles
    Test number
    884213976079
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryAll pads hard/front discs rusty /rear discs rusty worn

  17. Pass62,681 miles (+3,685)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    62,681 miles
    Test number
    838225744359
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteSlight play in both strut top mounts
    • NoteStight corrosion on all four brake disc's

  18. Pass58,996 miles (+4,262)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    58,996 miles
    Test number
    187260224088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    54,734 miles
    Test number
    166368823414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,734 miles (+2,592)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,734 miles
    Test number
    188078323477
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  21. Pass52,142 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    52,142 miles
    Test number
    705773832059
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre damaged on sidewall.

  22. Fail52,142 miles (+8,420)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,142 miles
    Test number
    908350732007
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre damaged on sidewall.

  23. Pass43,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    43,722 miles
    Test number
    547039811073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,722 miles (+8,081)2 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,722 miles
    Test number
    885868811081
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cuts in sidewall
    • NoteOffside front side light is dimmer than nearside
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall is slightly perished

  25. Pass35,641 miles (+129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    35,641 miles
    Test number
    442519620094
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Fail35,512 miles (+8,972)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,512 miles
    Test number
    663432410061
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  27. Pass26,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    26,540 miles
    Test number
    214254219000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail26,540 miles (+7,209)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,540 miles
    Test number
    284854919028
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside door mirror glass cracked

  29. Pass19,331 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    19,331 miles
    Test number
    263911518040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB54 NKF

Does LB54 NKF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 NKF is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 NKF?
The MOT on LB54 NKF is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 NKF done?
LB54 NKF was recorded at 81,778 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 3,412 miles a year.
Has LB54 NKF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 NKF has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB54 NKF 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 NKF find?
LB54 NKF passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 3 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 11 more.

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