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Kia Picanto

Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,099 cc

LB55 GFVMOT history

LB55 GFV is a red petrol Kia Picanto first used on 9 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 135,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
135,198 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,318 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 GFV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,099 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 GFV was last recorded at 135,198 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 6,770 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,428 miles · 4 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,770 miles
Average per year
6,318 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,198 miles
  • 2025 – 128,428 miles
  • 2024 – 128,427 miles
  • 2023 – 116,820 miles
  • 2022 – 103,207 miles
  • 2021 – 102,345 miles
  • 2019 – 99,519 miles
  • 2018 – 94,881 miles
  • 2017 – 92,049 miles
  • 2016 – 89,077 miles
  • 2015 – 84,878 miles
  • 2014 – 80,091 miles
  • 2013 – 74,616 miles
  • 2012 – 69,024 miles
  • 2011 – 63,297 miles
  • 2010 – 49,666 miles
  • 2009 – 32,145 miles
  • 2008 – 25,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,198 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,198 miles (+6,770)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    135,198 miles
    Test number
    357317849924
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass128,428 miles (+1)5 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    128,428 miles
    Test number
    952981810386
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal in need of adjustment - slightly sticky pedal

  3. Fail128,427 miles (+11,607)7 major5 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,427 miles
    Test number
    266448672173
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing lost in seat (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing lost in seat (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal in need of adjustment - slightly sticky pedal

  4. Pass116,820 miles (+11,553)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    116,820 miles
    Test number
    124954982879
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades have split
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi joint has small crack however no gasses are leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower ball joint boot has minor perishing
    • AdvisoryOff side front track rod end boot has minor perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside front lower ball joint boot has minor perishing

  5. Pass105,267 miles (+2,060)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    105,267 miles
    Test number
    106179530464
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass103,207 miles (+862)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    103,207 miles
    Test number
    303017511780
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass102,345 miles (+2,826)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,345 miles
    Test number
    350243128741
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass99,519 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    99,519 miles
    Test number
    229965838581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail99,487 miles (+4,606)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,487 miles
    Test number
    954724498927
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass94,881 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    94,881 miles
    Test number
    912484470803
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre there are multiple nails in the inner tread
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThere is slight movement in the offside front upper suspension mounting

  11. Fail94,866 miles (+2,817)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,866 miles
    Test number
    298807533553
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre there are multiple nails in the inner tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThere is slight movement in the offside front upper suspension mounting

  12. Pass92,049 miles (+2,972)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    92,049 miles
    Test number
    141426225106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass89,077 miles (+4,199)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    89,077 miles
    Test number
    957834975191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,878 miles (+4,787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    84,878 miles
    Test number
    177015995150
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass80,091 miles (+5,475)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,091 miles
    Test number
    858716694152
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn edges

  16. Fail74,616 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,616 miles
    Test number
    155971203261
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  17. Pass74,616 miles (+5,592)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    74,616 miles
    Test number
    886381903231
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  18. Pass69,024 miles (+5,727)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    69,024 miles
    Test number
    255826202257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,297 miles (+13,631)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    63,297 miles
    Test number
    446183441360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,666 miles (+17,521)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    49,666 miles
    Test number
    673198740300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    32,145 miles
    Test number
    873015849364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail37,143 miles (+12,011)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,143 miles
    Test number
    402745349312
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  23. Pass25,132 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    25,132 miles
    Test number
    962702438371
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn to limit.

Questions about LB55 GFV

Does LB55 GFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 GFV is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 GFV?
The MOT on LB55 GFV is valid until 29 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 GFV done?
LB55 GFV was recorded at 135,198 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 6,318 miles a year.
Has LB55 GFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 GFV has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LB55 GFV 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 GFV find?
LB55 GFV passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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