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Kia Picanto

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,099 cc

LB54 VBCMOT history

LB54 VBC is a black petrol Kia Picanto first used on 31 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 135,238 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 May 2023
Mileage
135,238 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,663 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 VBC
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
31 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 May 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB54 VBC was last recorded at 135,238 miles on 13 Sept 2023, 2,753 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,485 miles · 7 May 2022
Between the last two tests
2,753 miles
Average per year
7,663 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 135,238 miles
  • 2022 – 132,485 miles
  • 2021 – 129,665 miles
  • 2020 – 127,674 miles
  • 2019 – 122,775 miles
  • 2018 – 117,872 miles
  • 2017 – 113,233 miles
  • 2016 – 108,934 miles
  • 2015 – 103,304 miles
  • 2014 – 101,729 miles
  • 2013 – 99,947 miles
  • 2012 – 86,272 miles
  • 2011 – 70,452 miles
  • 2010 – 53,101 miles
  • 2009 – 40,370 miles
  • 2008 – 24,425 miles
  • 2006 – 4,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail135,238 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail135,238 miles (+2,753)9 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,238 miles
    Test number
    431446517304
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass132,485 miles (+2,820)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2023
    Odometer
    132,485 miles
    Test number
    606546024144
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass129,665 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    129,665 miles
    Test number
    231987104757
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  4. Fail129,662 miles (+1,988)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,662 miles
    Test number
    982931587549
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass127,674 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    127,674 miles
    Test number
    872302614500
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail127,670 miles (+4,895)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,670 miles
    Test number
    642460551900
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass122,775 miles (+4,903)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    122,775 miles
    Test number
    692517767923
    • 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 Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass117,872 miles (+4,639)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    117,872 miles
    Test number
    781951451137
    • AdvisoryFront arb link covers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside outer rack end cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front topmounts
    • AdvisoryRear coils corroded
    • AdvisoryRear wiper missing

  9. Pass113,233 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    113,233 miles
    Test number
    291219142058
    • AdvisoryBONNET 2 nd CATCH SEIZED IN OPEN POSITION
    • AdvisoryCLUCTH PEDAL HEAVY/STIFF TO OPERATE
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail113,233 miles (+4,299)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,233 miles
    Test number
    220341109033
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment LATERIAL AND VECTICAL (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryBONNET 2 nd CATCH SEIZED IN OPEN POSITION
    • AdvisoryCLUCTH PEDAL HEAVY/STIFF TO OPERATE
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear TYRE -INNER WALL DETEROIRATED + DEEP CUT IN TREAD AREA
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass108,934 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    108,934 miles
    Test number
    494661155098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail108,932 miles (+5,628)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,932 miles
    Test number
    761443610615
    • DangerousNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail103,304 miles1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,304 miles
    Test number
    306927575004
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass103,304 miles (+1,575)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    103,304 miles
    Test number
    505857475002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass101,729 miles (+1,782)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    101,729 miles
    Test number
    358519674040
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail99,947 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,947 miles
    Test number
    556673373036
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass99,947 miles (+13,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    99,947 miles
    Test number
    997503773082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass86,272 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    86,272 miles
    Test number
    869201722186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,149 miles (+15,697)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,149 miles
    Test number
    387658412123
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  20. Pass70,452 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    70,452 miles
    Test number
    308599091053
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Fail70,452 miles (+17,351)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,452 miles
    Test number
    886679891015
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  22. Pass53,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    53,101 miles
    Test number
    251314670027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail53,090 miles (+12,720)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,090 miles
    Test number
    101904570441
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass40,370 miles (+15,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    40,370 miles
    Test number
    621904969006
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass24,425 miles (+19,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    24,425 miles
    Test number
    274246258095
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass4,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    4,843 miles
    Test number
    394110256405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 VBC

Does LB54 VBC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 VBC expired on 6 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 VBC?
The MOT on LB54 VBC expired on 6 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 VBC done?
LB54 VBC was recorded at 135,238 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2023, an average of 7,663 miles a year.
Has LB54 VBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 VBC has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LB54 VBC 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 VBC find?
LB54 VBC failed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2023 with 9 major defects, 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 14 more.

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