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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,086 cc

LB55 JYGMOT history

LB55 JYG is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 54,540 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
54,540 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,120 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 JYG
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
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 JYG was last recorded at 54,540 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,536 miles · 10 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,120 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,540 miles
  • 2025 – 50,190 miles
  • 2023 – 50,185 miles
  • 2022 – 44,317 miles
  • 2021 – 40,765 miles
  • 2020 – 37,852 miles
  • 2019 – 36,722 miles
  • 2018 – 35,702 miles
  • 2017 – 34,125 miles
  • 2016 – 32,431 miles
  • 2015 – 30,250 miles
  • 2014 – 28,414 miles
  • 2013 – 26,243 miles
  • 2012 – 24,304 miles
  • 2011 – 22,101 miles
  • 2010 – 20,157 miles
  • 2009 – 17,956 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,540 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnderbody and components corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Engine radiator insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Axle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,540 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    54,540 miles
    Test number
    523067283952
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and components corroded

  2. Fail54,536 miles (+4,346)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,536 miles
    Test number
    809905952845
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and components corroded

  3. Pass50,190 miles (+5)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    50,190 miles
    Test number
    594205160965
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine radiator insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread & rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement & Rear All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill next to axle is metal plated and heavily undersealed. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened & front all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s + o/s top strut mountings

  4. Fail50,185 miles (+5,868)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,185 miles
    Test number
    904763326541
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill next to axle mounting bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine radiator insecure
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside and offside top strut mountings

  5. Pass44,317 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    44,317 miles
    Test number
    525282261485
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail44,315 miles (+3,550)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,315 miles
    Test number
    214044608263
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass40,765 miles (+2,913)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    40,765 miles
    Test number
    727081763988
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass37,852 miles (+1,130)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    37,852 miles
    Test number
    774060055394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass36,722 miles (+1,020)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    36,722 miles
    Test number
    124489864987
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated operation, tight (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass35,702 miles (+1,577)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    35,702 miles
    Test number
    372760208036
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency close to limit 17%

  11. Pass34,125 miles (+1,694)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    34,125 miles
    Test number
    979509498978
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Pass32,431 miles (+2,181)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    32,431 miles
    Test number
    172326707142
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre

  13. Pass30,250 miles (+1,836)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    30,250 miles
    Test number
    358535915062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,414 miles (+2,171)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    28,414 miles
    Test number
    118477404420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,243 miles (+1,939)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    26,243 miles
    Test number
    888715413096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,304 miles (+2,203)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    24,304 miles
    Test number
    969900112021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,101 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    22,101 miles
    Test number
    157473111455
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail22,101 miles (+1,944)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,101 miles
    Test number
    257633211037
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass20,157 miles (+2,201)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    20,157 miles
    Test number
    330618010077
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass17,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    17,956 miles
    Test number
    912612119004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 JYG

Does LB55 JYG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 JYG is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 JYG?
The MOT on LB55 JYG is valid until 15 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 JYG done?
LB55 JYG was recorded at 54,540 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 2,120 miles a year.
Has LB55 JYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 JYG has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 JYG 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 JYG find?
LB55 JYG passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: coil spring corroded all; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn, and 2 more.

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