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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,099 cc

LB55 KAUMOT history

LB55 KAU is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 19 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 116,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2024
Mileage
116,480 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2024
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 KAU
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
19 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB55 KAU was last recorded at 116,480 miles on 5 Sept 2024, 5,264 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,216 miles · 7 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
5,264 miles
Average per year
5,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 116,480 miles
  • 2023 – 111,216 miles
  • 2022 – 106,539 miles
  • 2021 – 102,675 miles
  • 2020 – 99,976 miles
  • 2019 – 94,998 miles
  • 2018 – 93,814 miles
  • 2017 – 92,051 miles
  • 2016 – 89,259 miles
  • 2015 – 84,771 miles
  • 2014 – 80,640 miles
  • 2013 – 72,860 miles
  • 2012 – 59,726 miles
  • 2011 – 45,815 miles
  • 2010 – 32,587 miles
  • 2009 – 28,040 miles
  • 2008 – 24,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail116,480 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to o/s/r brake pipe corroded and rear end section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail116,480 miles (+5,264)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,480 miles
    Test number
    740190179996
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass111,216 miles (+4,677)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    111,216 miles
    Test number
    496475787698
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and tread worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  3. Pass106,539 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    106,539 miles
    Test number
    128448013614
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to o/s/r brake pipe corroded and rear end section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail106,527 miles (+3,852)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,527 miles
    Test number
    611405867732
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps BOTH (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to o/s/r brake pipe corroded and rear end section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass102,675 miles (+2,699)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    102,675 miles
    Test number
    115643567844
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight free play in both front top mountings
    • AdvisorySome steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

  6. Pass99,976 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    99,976 miles
    Test number
    903462758628
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySome steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisorySome surface rust on exhaust system

  7. Fail99,976 miles (+4,978)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,976 miles
    Test number
    248306099632
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) not working all (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySome steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisorySome surface rust on exhaust system

  8. Pass94,998 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    94,998 miles
    Test number
    863540465779
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight free play in both front top suspension strut mounting bearings

  9. Fail94,998 miles (+1,184)3 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,998 miles
    Test number
    302324634760
    • 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))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight free play in both front top suspension strut mounting bearings

  10. Pass93,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,814 miles
    Test number
    591862182310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail93,811 miles (+1,760)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,811 miles
    Test number
    947032453320
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass92,051 miles (+2,792)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,051 miles
    Test number
    867779060455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,259 miles (+4,488)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    89,259 miles
    Test number
    314256754652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,771 miles (+4,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    84,771 miles
    Test number
    449518945131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass80,640 miles (+7,780)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    80,640 miles
    Test number
    366560254124
    • NoteExhaust is starting to corrode and deteriorate

  16. Pass72,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,860 miles
    Test number
    676640373176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail72,860 miles (+13,134)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,860 miles
    Test number
    926118463109
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass59,726 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    59,726 miles
    Test number
    285524482442
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBonnet release catch stiff
    • NoteHigh level brake light inop

  19. Fail59,726 miles (+13,911)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,726 miles
    Test number
    869214082178
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBonnet release catch stiff
    • NoteHigh level brake light inop

  20. Pass45,815 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    45,815 miles
    Test number
    235288781105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront wipers starting to smeer
    • NoteO/s/r tyre sidewall starting to crack

  21. Fail45,815 miles (+13,228)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,815 miles
    Test number
    528228181164
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront wipers starting to smeer
    • NoteO/s/r tyre sidewall starting to crack

  22. Pass32,587 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    32,587 miles
    Test number
    112374680114
    • NoteNail in n/s/r (unrepairable)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

  23. Fail32,587 miles (+4,547)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,587 miles
    Test number
    503754080181
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNail in n/s/r (unrepairable)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

  24. Pass28,040 miles (+3,431)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    28,040 miles
    Test number
    672234699110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    24,609 miles
    Test number
    184810658300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 KAU

Does LB55 KAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 KAU expired on 8 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 KAU?
The MOT on LB55 KAU expired on 8 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 KAU done?
LB55 KAU was recorded at 116,480 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2024, an average of 5,843 miles a year.
Has LB55 KAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 KAU has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB55 KAU 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 KAU find?
LB55 KAU failed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2024 with 1 major defect and 7 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to o/s/r; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 5 more.

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