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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,086 cc

LB55 JVUMOT history

LB55 JVU is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 19 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 85,633 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Aug 2023
Mileage
85,633 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2023
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,913 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 JVU
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
19 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB55 JVU was last recorded at 85,633 miles on 2 Oct 2023, 3,660 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,973 miles · 10 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
3,660 miles
Average per year
4,913 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 85,633 miles
  • 2022 – 81,973 miles
  • 2021 – 75,777 miles
  • 2020 – 70,066 miles
  • 2019 – 68,516 miles
  • 2018 – 63,080 miles
  • 2017 – 57,991 miles
  • 2016 – 54,941 miles
  • 2015 – 49,540 miles
  • 2014 – 47,359 miles
  • 2013 – 43,062 miles
  • 2012 – 37,786 miles
  • 2011 – 32,582 miles
  • 2010 – 26,484 miles
  • 2009 – 19,656 miles
  • 2008 – 12,725 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail85,633 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel stud also damaged (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Coil spring corroded n.s & o.s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail85,633 miles (+3,660)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,633 miles
    Test number
    884590861199
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel stud also damaged (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass81,973 miles (+6,196)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    81,973 miles
    Test number
    675614948046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass75,777 miles (+5,711)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    75,777 miles
    Test number
    462181528223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass70,066 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    70,066 miles
    Test number
    311239213593
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf & osf (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n.s & o.s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust pipe corroded and front flexy

  5. Fail70,065 miles (+1,549)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,065 miles
    Test number
    573430012403
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n.s & o.s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust pipe corroded and front flexy

  6. Pass68,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,516 miles
    Test number
    479639994488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail68,516 miles (+5,436)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,516 miles
    Test number
    392337499018
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass63,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    63,080 miles
    Test number
    933131931821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail63,080 miles (+5,089)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,080 miles
    Test number
    759764499442
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

  10. Pass57,991 miles (+3,050)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    57,991 miles
    Test number
    208230429073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,941 miles (+5,401)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    54,941 miles
    Test number
    643914563285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,540 miles (+2,181)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    49,540 miles
    Test number
    624082793881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,359 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    47,359 miles
    Test number
    857128414392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail47,355 miles (+4,293)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,355 miles
    Test number
    466066514493
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass43,062 miles (+5,276)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    43,062 miles
    Test number
    255600643333
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly cracked and tyre wear low

  16. Pass37,786 miles (+5,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    37,786 miles
    Test number
    836486542325
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass32,582 miles (+6,098)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    32,582 miles
    Test number
    585870441361
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass26,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    26,484 miles
    Test number
    522468240375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    112078749357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail19,656 miles (+6,931)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,656 miles
    Test number
    250158749371
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  21. Pass12,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    12,725 miles
    Test number
    231064038304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 JVU

Does LB55 JVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 JVU expired on 31 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 JVU?
The MOT on LB55 JVU expired on 31 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 JVU done?
LB55 JVU was recorded at 85,633 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2023, an average of 4,913 miles a year.
Has LB55 JVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 JVU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 JVU 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 JVU find?
LB55 JVU failed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects and 1 advisory: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area; nearside rear service brake excessively binding, and 5 more.

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