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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,086 cc

LB55 HTJMOT history

LB55 HTJ is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 12 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 47,856 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
47,856 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,683 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 HTJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 HTJ was last recorded at 47,856 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,856 miles · 8 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,683 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,856 miles
  • 2025 – 45,333 miles
  • 2024 – 42,249 miles
  • 2023 – 37,748 miles
  • 2022 – 37,177 miles
  • 2021 – 36,533 miles
  • 2020 – 35,813 miles
  • 2019 – 35,019 miles
  • 2018 – 33,865 miles
  • 2017 – 32,519 miles
  • 2016 – 31,016 miles
  • 2015 – 29,725 miles
  • 2013 – 27,855 miles
  • 2012 – 26,657 miles
  • 2011 – 24,583 miles
  • 2010 – 22,643 miles
  • 2009 – 19,960 miles
  • 2008 – 18,430 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,856 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust flexi badly deteriorated and very weakRecorded 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.

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

    Minor5 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords badly perished/split very close to cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust flexi deteriorated and very weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside and offside rear inner sills/ subframe mounts recently under sealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,856 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    47,856 miles
    Test number
    634146557027
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi badly deteriorated and very weak

  2. Fail47,856 miles (+2,523)10 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,856 miles
    Test number
    687944112930
    • 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 Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords badly perished/split (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration 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 both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi badly deteriorated and very weak

  3. Pass45,333 miles (+10)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    45,333 miles
    Test number
    493660975001
    • MinorNearside Registration 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 both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords badly perished/split very close to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated and very weak
    • AdvisoryHandbrake performance just met minimum requirements requires inspection/repair
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear inner sills/ subframe mounts recently under sealed

  4. Fail45,323 miles (+3,074)1 dangerous5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,323 miles
    Test number
    142692720360
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system longitudinal/lateral (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested offside longitudinal /lateral brake pipe dangerous defect (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded longitudinal (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration 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 both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords badly perished/split very close to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated and very weak
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear inner sills/ subframe mounts recently under sealed
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers not tested 100% (washers not working)

  5. Pass42,249 miles (+10)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    42,249 miles
    Test number
    164731816829
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail42,239 miles (+4,491)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,239 miles
    Test number
    112764535200
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass37,748 miles (+571)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    37,748 miles
    Test number
    216913923383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass37,177 miles (+644)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    37,177 miles
    Test number
    250415898518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass36,533 miles (+720)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    36,533 miles
    Test number
    116685783926
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass35,813 miles (+794)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    35,813 miles
    Test number
    881505275717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,019 miles (+1,154)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    35,019 miles
    Test number
    379782136772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,865 miles (+1,346)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    33,865 miles
    Test number
    223356319992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,519 miles (+1,503)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    32,519 miles
    Test number
    513085459268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,016 miles (+1,291)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    31,016 miles
    Test number
    413033724371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,725 miles (+1,870)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    29,725 miles
    Test number
    155478875420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,855 miles (+1,198)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    27,855 miles
    Test number
    555370103272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,657 miles (+2,074)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    26,657 miles
    Test number
    108377672177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,583 miles (+1,940)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    24,583 miles
    Test number
    148830501273
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass22,643 miles (+2,683)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    22,643 miles
    Test number
    251372500245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,960 miles (+1,530)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    19,960 miles
    Test number
    380956189258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,430 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    18,430 miles
    Test number
    781745798240
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Questions about LB55 HTJ

Does LB55 HTJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 HTJ is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 HTJ?
The MOT on LB55 HTJ is valid until 16 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 HTJ done?
LB55 HTJ was recorded at 47,856 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 1,683 miles a year.
Has LB55 HTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 HTJ has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 HTJ 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 HTJ find?
LB55 HTJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 1 more.

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