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Kia Picanto

Orange · Petrol · 2005 · 1,086 cc

LB55 KMJMOT history

LB55 KMJ is an orange petrol Kia Picanto first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 66,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
66,961 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,824 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 KMJ
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
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 KMJ was last recorded at 66,961 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 2,464 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
64,497 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,464 miles
Average per year
2,824 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,961 miles
  • 2025 – 64,497 miles
  • 2023 – 62,784 miles
  • 2022 – 61,080 miles
  • 2021 – 59,324 miles
  • 2020 – 57,426 miles
  • 2019 – 55,897 miles
  • 2018 – 53,859 miles
  • 2017 – 52,095 miles
  • 2016 – 49,737 miles
  • 2015 – 47,639 miles
  • 2014 – 44,622 miles
  • 2013 – 41,007 miles
  • 2012 – 37,073 miles
  • 2011 – 33,346 miles
  • 2010 – 28,431 miles
  • 2009 – 23,530 miles
  • 2008 – 18,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,961 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBoth front suspension top mounts slight play
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,961 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    66,961 miles
    Test number
    700033256550
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension top mounts slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail66,961 miles (+2,464)1 repaired14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,961 miles
    Test number
    407128500898
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension top mounts slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass64,497 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    64,497 miles
    Test number
    936236667752
    • AdvisoryFront slight play in both top strut mount
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail64,497 miles (+1,713)2 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,497 miles
    Test number
    630575717717
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass62,784 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    62,784 miles
    Test number
    888757195329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber top mount
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber top mount
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  6. Fail62,784 miles (+1,704)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,784 miles
    Test number
    387545674089
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber top mount
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber top mount
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  7. Pass61,080 miles (+1,756)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    61,080 miles
    Test number
    303426607955
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top strut mount slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass59,324 miles (+1,898)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    59,324 miles
    Test number
    414534413140
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear springs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal heavy
    • AdvisoryOffside front top shock-absorber mounting slight play

  9. Pass57,426 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    57,426 miles
    Test number
    199084144451
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch heavy

  10. Fail57,424 miles (+1,527)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,424 miles
    Test number
    218076452603
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch heavy

  11. Pass55,897 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    55,897 miles
    Test number
    907698678196
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch heavy in operation

  12. Fail55,897 miles (+2,038)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,897 miles
    Test number
    854474535111
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch heavy in operation

  13. Pass53,859 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    53,859 miles
    Test number
    886339162938
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Fail53,859 miles (+1,764)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,859 miles
    Test number
    526974021145
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working side (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass52,095 miles (+2,358)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    52,095 miles
    Test number
    533561553231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    49,737 miles
    Test number
    188828452697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,737 miles (+2,098)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,737 miles
    Test number
    830989238734
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear wiper deteriorated

  18. Pass47,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    47,639 miles
    Test number
    449526637150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail47,639 miles (+3,017)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,639 miles
    Test number
    547826760485
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass44,622 miles (+3,615)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    44,622 miles
    Test number
    148393744359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    41,007 miles
    Test number
    409904843351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail41,006 miles (+3,933)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,006 miles
    Test number
    677414143382
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

  23. Pass37,073 miles (+3,727)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    37,073 miles
    Test number
    336563242327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    33,346 miles
    Test number
    529774051327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail33,346 miles (+4,915)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,346 miles
    Test number
    297034351370
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass28,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    28,431 miles
    Test number
    773949820300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail28,422 miles (+4,892)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,422 miles
    Test number
    493599920422
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  28. Pass23,530 miles (+4,892)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    23,530 miles
    Test number
    500167139387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass18,638 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    18,638 miles
    Test number
    271216548334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Questions about LB55 KMJ

Does LB55 KMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 KMJ is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 KMJ?
The MOT on LB55 KMJ is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 KMJ done?
LB55 KMJ was recorded at 66,961 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 2,824 miles a year.
Has LB55 KMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 KMJ has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 KMJ 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 KMJ find?
LB55 KMJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 14 advisories: both front suspension top mounts slight play; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush, and 11 more.

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