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Kia Picanto

Orange · Petrol · 2005 · 1,099 cc

LB55 KMUMOT history

LB55 KMU is an orange petrol Kia Picanto first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Jun 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 46,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jun 2026
Mileage
46,762 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,938 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 KMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,099 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 KMU was last recorded at 46,762 miles on 11 Jun 2025, 1,923 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,839 miles · 3 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,923 miles
Average per year
1,938 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 46,762 miles
  • 2024 – 44,839 miles
  • 2022 – 42,258 miles
  • 2021 – 40,482 miles
  • 2020 – 37,936 miles
  • 2019 – 36,666 miles
  • 2018 – 34,060 miles
  • 2017 – 31,485 miles
  • 2016 – 29,716 miles
  • 2015 – 28,326 miles
  • 2014 – 27,071 miles
  • 2013 – 24,100 miles
  • 2012 – 20,965 miles
  • 2011 – 19,591 miles
  • 2010 – 18,104 miles
  • 2009 – 16,505 miles
  • 2008 – 14,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,762 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,762 miles (+1,923)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    46,762 miles
    Test number
    381184226315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass44,839 miles (+2,581)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    44,839 miles
    Test number
    982402552445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass42,258 miles (+37)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    42,258 miles
    Test number
    966112340828
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Fail42,221 miles (+1,739)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,221 miles
    Test number
    627880734069
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracked in tread and sidewall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass40,482 miles (+2,546)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    40,482 miles
    Test number
    742468016055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass37,936 miles (+1,270)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    37,936 miles
    Test number
    819432578908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass36,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    36,666 miles
    Test number
    997235797361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail36,666 miles (+2,606)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,666 miles
    Test number
    702742223221
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass34,060 miles (+2,575)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    34,060 miles
    Test number
    440777504521
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass31,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    31,485 miles
    Test number
    724123514865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail31,484 miles (+1,768)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,484 miles
    Test number
    305060548375
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass29,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    29,716 miles
    Test number
    955828361104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail29,716 miles (+1,390)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,716 miles
    Test number
    989223205992
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  14. Pass28,326 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    28,326 miles
    Test number
    773705458358
    • AdvisoryFront suspension strut top mounting play at pass limit

  15. Fail28,325 miles (+1,254)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,325 miles
    Test number
    303004648075
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension strut top mounting play at pass limit

  16. Pass27,071 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    27,071 miles
    Test number
    367643854354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail27,056 miles (+2,956)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,056 miles
    Test number
    765531054349
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSidewall damage to nearside front tyre

  18. Pass24,100 miles (+3,135)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    24,100 miles
    Test number
    787288933360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,965 miles (+1,374)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    20,965 miles
    Test number
    469918032495
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteBonnet safety catch seized

  20. Pass19,591 miles (+1,487)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    19,591 miles
    Test number
    346717841395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,104 miles (+1,599)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    18,104 miles
    Test number
    651275230373
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edges

  22. Pass16,505 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    16,505 miles
    Test number
    734255539384
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail16,503 miles (+1,754)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,503 miles
    Test number
    141855639336
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  24. Pass14,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    14,749 miles
    Test number
    171639938368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 KMU

Does LB55 KMU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 KMU expired on 10 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 KMU?
The MOT on LB55 KMU expired on 10 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 KMU done?
LB55 KMU was recorded at 46,762 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2025, an average of 1,938 miles a year.
Has LB55 KMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 KMU has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 KMU 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 KMU find?
LB55 KMU passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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