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Kia Picanto

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,099 cc

LB55 GNYMOT history

LB55 GNY is a silver petrol Kia Picanto first used on 9 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 94,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
94,762 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 GNY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,099 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 GNY was last recorded at 94,762 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,755 miles · 11 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
4,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,762 miles
  • 2025 – 89,781 miles
  • 2024 – 85,009 miles
  • 2023 – 79,861 miles
  • 2022 – 75,010 miles
  • 2021 – 70,109 miles
  • 2020 – 65,815 miles
  • 2019 – 61,110 miles
  • 2018 – 59,143 miles
  • 2017 – 55,810 miles
  • 2015 – 50,599 miles
  • 2014 – 43,646 miles
  • 2013 – 35,257 miles
  • 2012 – 25,683 miles
  • 2011 – 22,980 miles
  • 2010 – 20,131 miles
  • 2009 – 17,266 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,762 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper damaged.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Mirror housing damaged.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged Worn inner. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,762 miles (+7)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    94,762 miles
    Test number
    915288318126
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Mirror housing damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged Worn inner. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Fail94,755 miles (+4,974)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,755 miles
    Test number
    258076203092
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Mirror housing damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged Worn inner. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass89,781 miles (+13)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    89,781 miles
    Test number
    544304038557
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail89,768 miles (+4,759)4 dangerous4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,768 miles
    Test number
    231289787160
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass85,009 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    85,009 miles
    Test number
    162272192143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no tread on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail85,009 miles (+5,148)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,009 miles
    Test number
    244111410158
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no tread on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass79,861 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    79,861 miles
    Test number
    475128815207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  8. Fail79,858 miles (+4,848)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,858 miles
    Test number
    783209880553
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  9. Pass75,010 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    75,010 miles
    Test number
    729736969099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm. LEGAL LIMIT= 1.6mm. 165/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm. LEGAL LIMIT= 1.6mm. 165/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail75,010 miles (+4,901)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,010 miles
    Test number
    568860378313
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 165/60x14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm. LEGAL LIMIT= 1.6mm. 165/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm. LEGAL LIMIT= 1.6mm. 165/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass70,109 miles (+14)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    70,109 miles
    Test number
    140952200780
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Fail70,095 miles (+4,280)1 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,095 miles
    Test number
    692650795692
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass65,815 miles (+17)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    65,815 miles
    Test number
    883043687843
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge. 165/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge. 165/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  14. Fail65,798 miles (+24)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,798 miles
    Test number
    965003669358
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge. 165/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge. 165/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  15. Fail65,774 miles (+4,664)6 major4 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,774 miles
    Test number
    265296217125
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/60/R14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated past service standards / advise replacement (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack outside swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both smeary (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge / devoid of tread / advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge / devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake performance weak on roller brake test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear starting to perish / wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryBoth rear seatbelt slow returning
  16. Pass61,110 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    61,110 miles
    Test number
    355777143936
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner edge,, recommend replace ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearly devoid of tread on edges,, recommend replace ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAdavance handbrake lever travel
  17. Fail61,110 miles (+1,967)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,110 miles
    Test number
    859726545654
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner edge,, recommend replace ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearly devoid of tread on edges,, recommend replace ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAdavance handbrake lever travel
  18. Pass59,143 miles (+3,333)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    59,143 miles
    Test number
    685361980552
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. recommend check (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. recommend check (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre, worn slightly on edges
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre, worn slightly on inner edge
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance 19%, mot pass mark 16%,, recommend check
  19. Pass55,810 miles (+5,211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    55,810 miles
    Test number
    567726223943
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn inner edge
  20. Pass50,599 miles (+6,953)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    50,599 miles
    Test number
    926252665043
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
  21. Pass43,646 miles (+8,389)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    43,646 miles
    Test number
    318139234004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,257 miles (+9,574)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    35,257 miles
    Test number
    355898753038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside wiper slightly deteriorated
  23. Pass25,683 miles (+2,703)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    25,683 miles
    Test number
    677925452041
    • NoteRear tyres cracking in tread due to age
  24. Pass22,980 miles (+2,849)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    22,980 miles
    Test number
    546112911057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,131 miles (+2,865)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    20,131 miles
    Test number
    182372820096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass17,266 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    17,266 miles
    Test number
    491753229099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB55 GNY

Does LB55 GNY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 GNY is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 GNY?
The MOT on LB55 GNY is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 GNY done?
LB55 GNY was recorded at 94,762 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 4,524 miles a year.
Has LB55 GNY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 GNY has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 GNY 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 GNY find?
LB55 GNY passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside rear direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.

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