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Kia Picanto

Orange · Petrol · 2005 · 1,086 cc

LB55 KBKMOT history

LB55 KBK is an orange petrol Kia Picanto first used on 21 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2023 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 85,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jan 2023
Mileage
85,288 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2023
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,621 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 KBK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB55 KBK was last recorded at 85,288 miles on 11 Jan 2023, 4,380 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,908 miles · 12 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
4,380 miles
Average per year
4,621 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 85,288 miles
  • 2022 – 80,908 miles
  • 2021 – 79,592 miles
  • 2019 – 74,682 miles
  • 2018 – 71,783 miles
  • 2017 – 69,302 miles
  • 2015 – 63,138 miles
  • 2014 – 59,714 miles
  • 2013 – 51,854 miles
  • 2012 – 45,802 miles
  • 2011 – 38,372 miles
  • 2010 – 31,162 miles
  • 2009 – 24,813 miles
  • 2008 – 20,183 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail85,288 miles
  • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion on front crossmember

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165 60 14

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail85,288 miles (+4,380)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,288 miles
    Test number
    968781806287
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front crossmember
  2. Pass80,908 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    80,908 miles
    Test number
    323066674665
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165 60 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail80,908 miles (+1,316)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,908 miles
    Test number
    242273144126
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165 60 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass79,592 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    79,592 miles
    Test number
    461137397106
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165 60 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail79,592 miles (+4,910)8 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,592 miles
    Test number
    996738009885
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165 60 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass74,682 miles (+2,899)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,682 miles
    Test number
    929848545149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear lamp casing damaged
  7. Pass71,783 miles (+52)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    71,783 miles
    Test number
    164098835176
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust blow
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryDiscs corroded
  8. Fail71,731 miles (+2,429)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,731 miles
    Test number
    179906598262
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light lens broken (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust blow
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryDiscs corroded
  9. Pass69,302 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    69,302 miles
    Test number
    966908821911
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  10. Fail69,302 miles (+6,164)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,302 miles
    Test number
    173557524748
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  11. Pass63,138 miles (+3,424)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    63,138 miles
    Test number
    927047142929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,714 miles (+7,860)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    59,714 miles
    Test number
    448706664298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,854 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    51,854 miles
    Test number
    495972683225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,849 miles (+6,047)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,849 miles
    Test number
    546841383220
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror is incapable of being adjusted to provide an adequate view to the rear (8.1.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front wheel binding slightly.
  15. Pass45,802 miles (+7,430)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    45,802 miles
    Test number
    827315702287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,372 miles (+7,210)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    38,372 miles
    Test number
    166233111228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,162 miles (+6,349)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    31,162 miles
    Test number
    884937310285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,813 miles (+4,630)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    24,813 miles
    Test number
    384908419479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    20,183 miles
    Test number
    542524748388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 KBK

Does LB55 KBK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 KBK expired on 12 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 KBK?
The MOT on LB55 KBK expired on 12 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 KBK done?
LB55 KBK was recorded at 85,288 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2023, an average of 4,621 miles a year.
Has LB55 KBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 KBK has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 KBK 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 KBK find?
LB55 KBK failed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2023 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: all direction indicators not working; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside front service brake excessively binding, and 7 more.

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