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Kia Picanto

Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,086 cc

LB55 FXUMOT history

LB55 FXU is a red petrol Kia Picanto first used on 9 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 105,530 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
105,530 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,890 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 FXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 FXU was last recorded at 105,530 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,519 miles · 20 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
4,890 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,530 miles
  • 2024 – 87,631 miles
  • 2023 – 73,702 miles
  • 2022 – 68,025 miles
  • 2021 – 67,351 miles
  • 2020 – 65,490 miles
  • 2019 – 63,449 miles
  • 2018 – 62,721 miles
  • 2017 – 61,097 miles
  • 2016 – 59,308 miles
  • 2015 – 57,062 miles
  • 2014 – 55,390 miles
  • 2013 – 50,425 miles
  • 2012 – 43,563 miles
  • 2011 – 37,299 miles
  • 2010 – 32,005 miles
  • 2009 – 26,832 miles
  • 2008 – 20,570 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,530 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion evident on under body and componentsRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,530 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    105,530 miles
    Test number
    831243341951
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion evident on under body and components

  2. Fail105,519 miles (+17,888)1 dangerous7 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,519 miles
    Test number
    768006002191
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion evident on under body and components

  3. Pass87,631 miles (+13,929)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    87,631 miles
    Test number
    645384223429
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass73,702 miles (+5,677)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    73,702 miles
    Test number
    798817080626
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill heavily under sealed but repair is poor the area has been asscessed using the cat tool and thumb pressure and scraped but very difficult to inspect
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion evident on under body and components

  5. Pass68,025 miles (+674)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    68,025 miles
    Test number
    497496504006
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass67,351 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    67,351 miles
    Test number
    646214534294
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn inner edge

  7. Fail67,351 miles (+1,861)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,351 miles
    Test number
    656130279502
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn inner edge

  8. Pass65,490 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,490 miles
    Test number
    703344573497
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail65,490 miles (+2,041)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,490 miles
    Test number
    707488784654
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass63,449 miles (+728)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    63,449 miles
    Test number
    508226216899
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake binding slightly

  11. Pass62,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    62,721 miles
    Test number
    714770558778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail62,721 miles (+1,624)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,721 miles
    Test number
    780381892859
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass61,097 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    61,097 miles
    Test number
    381102046803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  14. Fail61,097 miles (+1,789)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,097 miles
    Test number
    680186457104
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  15. Pass59,308 miles (+2,246)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    59,308 miles
    Test number
    568786700100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,062 miles (+1,672)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    57,062 miles
    Test number
    784181091810
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass55,390 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    55,390 miles
    Test number
    906351784236
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail55,390 miles (+4,965)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,390 miles
    Test number
    177759874245
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass50,425 miles (+6,862)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    50,425 miles
    Test number
    528803933388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,563 miles (+6,264)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    43,563 miles
    Test number
    588436632333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass37,299 miles (+5,294)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    37,299 miles
    Test number
    355513211398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,005 miles (+5,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    32,005 miles
    Test number
    144721740372
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass26,832 miles (+6,262)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    26,832 miles
    Test number
    861731249397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    20,570 miles
    Test number
    284740948336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 FXU

Does LB55 FXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 FXU is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 FXU?
The MOT on LB55 FXU is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 FXU done?
LB55 FXU was recorded at 105,530 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 4,890 miles a year.
Has LB55 FXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 FXU has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 FXU 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 LB55 FXU find?
LB55 FXU passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; slight corrosion evident on under body and components.

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