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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,099 cc

LB55 KAAMOT history

LB55 KAA is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 29 Oct 2022 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 73,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Oct 2022
Mileage
73,079 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,898 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 KAA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,099 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB55 KAA was last recorded at 73,079 miles on 13 Oct 2022, 537 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,542 miles · 25 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
537 miles
Average per year
3,898 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 73,079 miles
  • 2021 – 72,542 miles
  • 2020 – 72,065 miles
  • 2019 – 71,196 miles
  • 2018 – 69,179 miles
  • 2017 – 65,981 miles
  • 2016 – 61,647 miles
  • 2015 – 57,279 miles
  • 2014 – 53,373 miles
  • 2013 – 47,716 miles
  • 2012 – 41,806 miles
  • 2011 – 33,552 miles
  • 2010 – 28,628 miles
  • 2009 – 24,380 miles
  • 2008 – 18,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail73,079 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sil (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen 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))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail73,079 miles (+537)8 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,079 miles
    Test number
    502827713458
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sil (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass72,542 miles (+477)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    72,542 miles
    Test number
    281829824330
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,065 miles (+9)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    72,065 miles
    Test number
    658692114855
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail72,056 miles (+860)3 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,056 miles
    Test number
    579620140080
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass71,196 miles (+2,017)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,196 miles
    Test number
    354690439957
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisorySlight lift in offside front strut top mount.

  6. Pass69,179 miles (+3,198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    69,179 miles
    Test number
    707090871571
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass65,981 miles (+4,334)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    65,981 miles
    Test number
    865404897607
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front tyres worn on inner edges.

  8. Pass61,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    61,647 miles
    Test number
    996968323083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail61,647 miles (+4,368)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,647 miles
    Test number
    189987751854
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Pass57,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    57,279 miles
    Test number
    101021220180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail57,276 miles (+3,903)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,276 miles
    Test number
    542239527252
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (3.4.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass53,373 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    53,373 miles
    Test number
    498570694264
    • NoteNearside front tyre is worn on outer edge.

  13. Fail53,373 miles (+5,657)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,373 miles
    Test number
    769830094264
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is worn on outer edge.

  14. Fail47,716 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,716 miles
    Test number
    127921983275
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  15. Pass47,716 miles (+5,910)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    47,716 miles
    Test number
    209091383229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,806 miles (+8,254)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    41,806 miles
    Test number
    128975872274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,552 miles (+4,924)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    33,552 miles
    Test number
    627963681242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    28,628 miles
    Test number
    371028570498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail28,628 miles (+4,248)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,628 miles
    Test number
    170037570259
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  20. Pass24,380 miles (+5,692)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    24,380 miles
    Test number
    752835599256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    18,688 miles
    Test number
    554103808312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 KAA

Does LB55 KAA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 KAA expired on 29 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 KAA?
The MOT on LB55 KAA expired on 29 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 KAA done?
LB55 KAA was recorded at 73,079 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2022, an average of 3,898 miles a year.
Has LB55 KAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 KAA has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 KAA 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 KAA find?
LB55 KAA failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2022 with 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside side repeater incorrect colour, and 12 more.

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