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Kia Picanto

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,099 cc

LB55 HVAMOT history

LB55 HVA is a silver petrol Kia Picanto first used on 12 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2024 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 82,136 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2024
Mileage
82,136 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2023
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 HVA
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
12 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 HVA was last recorded at 82,136 miles on 25 Nov 2023, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,125 miles · 24 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
3,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 82,136 miles
  • 2022 – 71,920 miles
  • 2021 – 68,933 miles
  • 2020 – 68,421 miles
  • 2019 – 67,464 miles
  • 2018 – 66,111 miles
  • 2017 – 64,227 miles
  • 2016 – 62,602 miles
  • 2015 – 60,163 miles
  • 2014 – 56,166 miles
  • 2013 – 53,880 miles
  • 2012 – 48,895 miles
  • 2011 – 43,171 miles
  • 2010 – 32,308 miles
  • 2009 – 30,290 miles
  • 2008 – 22,663 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,136 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Coil spring corroded all 4

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,136 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    82,136 miles
    Test number
    325231777366
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail82,136 miles (+11)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,136 miles
    Test number
    239500727427
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail82,125 miles (+10,205)5 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,125 miles
    Test number
    783945526793
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass71,920 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    71,920 miles
    Test number
    812663952930
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody rust not excessive

  5. Fail71,915 miles (+2,982)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,915 miles
    Test number
    943482379052
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody rust not excessive

  6. Pass68,933 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    68,933 miles
    Test number
    964758171343
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail68,933 miles (+512)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,933 miles
    Test number
    855865267684
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass68,421 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    68,421 miles
    Test number
    746945041376
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySprings corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension componants weak and perrished

  9. Fail68,421 miles (+957)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,421 miles
    Test number
    313739795258
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySprings corroded

  10. Pass67,464 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    67,464 miles
    Test number
    979535233002
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail67,463 miles (+1,352)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,463 miles
    Test number
    998369310936
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak exhaust corroded with holes (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass66,111 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    66,111 miles
    Test number
    453953782721
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flex section weak
    • AdvisoryGear box oil leak

  13. Fail66,110 miles (+1,883)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,110 miles
    Test number
    322779733456
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position mechanism seized and would not close after opening (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle low effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flex section weak
    • AdvisoryGear box oil leak

  14. Pass64,227 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    64,227 miles
    Test number
    965520379497
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex section weak (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail64,227 miles (+1,625)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,227 miles
    Test number
    845520448381
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex section weak (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass62,602 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    62,602 miles
    Test number
    329503570583
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail62,602 miles (+2,439)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,602 miles
    Test number
    800434619461
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both perished to excess exposing inner cord`s (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass60,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    60,163 miles
    Test number
    891459815211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail60,163 miles (+3,997)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,163 miles
    Test number
    351290363237
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass56,166 miles (+2,286)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    56,166 miles
    Test number
    809399134280
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished and cracked

  21. Pass53,880 miles (+4,985)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    53,880 miles
    Test number
    237059733209
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear tyres perished and cracked

  22. Pass48,895 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    48,895 miles
    Test number
    327793842414
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail48,895 miles (+5,724)3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,895 miles
    Test number
    667923642270
    • Repaired at testBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass43,171 miles (+10,863)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    43,171 miles
    Test number
    446954541239
    • NoteMajor oil leak from offside gearbox drive seal

  25. Pass32,308 miles (+2,018)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,308 miles
    Test number
    774995560138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront discs wearing thin

  26. Pass30,290 miles (+7,627)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    30,290 miles
    Test number
    492593649393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass22,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    22,663 miles
    Test number
    582885448321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 HVA

Does LB55 HVA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 HVA expired on 24 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 HVA?
The MOT on LB55 HVA expired on 24 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 HVA done?
LB55 HVA was recorded at 82,136 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2023, an average of 3,976 miles a year.
Has LB55 HVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 HVA has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 HVA 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 HVA find?
LB55 HVA passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive; rear coil spring corroded offside and nearside.

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