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Kia Picanto

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,086 cc

LB56 LGUMOT history

LB56 LGU is a red petrol Kia Picanto first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 72,467 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
72,467 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,409 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 LGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 LGU was last recorded at 72,467 miles on 22 May 2026, 8,171 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,296 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,171 miles
Average per year
4,409 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,467 miles
  • 2025 – 64,296 miles
  • 2024 – 59,992 miles
  • 2023 – 54,679 miles
  • 2022 – 48,638 miles
  • 2021 – 41,924 miles
  • 2020 – 34,954 miles
  • 2019 – 26,978 miles
  • 2018 – 18,321 miles
  • 2017 – 9,973 miles
  • 2016 – 9,619 miles
  • 2015 – 9,037 miles
  • 2014 – 8,609 miles
  • 2013 – 8,108 miles
  • 2012 – 6,072 miles
  • 2011 – 4,645 miles
  • 2010 – 3,404 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,467 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,467 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    72,467 miles
    Test number
    725830127973
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail72,467 miles (+8,171)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,467 miles
    Test number
    280307893909
    • Repaired at testNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass64,296 miles (+4,304)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    64,296 miles
    Test number
    191181889712
    • AdvisorySlight movement both front top mount bushes

  4. Pass59,992 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    59,992 miles
    Test number
    211482743589
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail59,992 miles (+5,313)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,992 miles
    Test number
    181397976072
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass54,679 miles (+6,041)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    54,679 miles
    Test number
    208454571330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearing 2mm warning bars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearing 2mm warning bars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass48,638 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    48,638 miles
    Test number
    841329081677
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail48,638 miles (+6,714)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,638 miles
    Test number
    833193466250
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass41,924 miles (+167)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    41,924 miles
    Test number
    720355926267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail41,757 miles1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,757 miles
    Test number
    512110522340
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail41,757 miles (+6,803)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,757 miles
    Test number
    734087710012
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass34,954 miles (+7,976)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    34,954 miles
    Test number
    162585166514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,978 miles (+8,657)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    26,978 miles
    Test number
    854808181995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass18,321 miles (+8,348)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    18,321 miles
    Test number
    339025335452
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front washer fluid leak

  15. Pass9,973 miles (+354)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    9,973 miles
    Test number
    229177587431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass9,619 miles (+582)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    9,619 miles
    Test number
    164136036657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass9,037 miles (+428)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    9,037 miles
    Test number
    836931763529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,609 miles (+501)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    8,609 miles
    Test number
    649205654278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass8,108 miles (+2,036)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    8,108 miles
    Test number
    976421563276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass6,072 miles (+1,427)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    6,072 miles
    Test number
    326025062208
    • NoteUnable to see brake linings

  21. Pass4,645 miles (+1,241)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    4,645 miles
    Test number
    725047951228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass3,404 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    3,404 miles
    Test number
    361615160225
    • NoteRear wiper not clearing

Questions about LB56 LGU

Does LB56 LGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 LGU is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 LGU?
The MOT on LB56 LGU is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 LGU done?
LB56 LGU was recorded at 72,467 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 4,409 miles a year.
Has LB56 LGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 LGU has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 LGU 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 LB56 LGU find?
LB56 LGU passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; offside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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