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Kia Picanto

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,086 cc

LB57 WLUMOT history

LB57 WLU is a black petrol Kia Picanto first used on 27 Dec 2007. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 67,105 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2026
Mileage
67,105 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,027 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 WLU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB57 WLU was last recorded at 67,105 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 137 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,968 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
137 miles
Average per year
3,027 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,105 miles
  • 2025 – 66,968 miles
  • 2024 – 65,619 miles
  • 2023 – 63,872 miles
  • 2022 – 62,182 miles
  • 2021 – 59,933 miles
  • 2020 – 58,397 miles
  • 2019 – 56,100 miles
  • 2018 – 53,017 miles
  • 2017 – 50,495 miles
  • 2016 – 47,186 miles
  • 2015 – 44,616 miles
  • 2014 – 41,986 miles
  • 2013 – 36,436 miles
  • 2012 – 29,166 miles
  • 2011 – 23,567 miles
  • 2010 – 19,054 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail67,105 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail67,105 miles (+137)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,105 miles
    Test number
    862607535516
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass66,968 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    66,968 miles
    Test number
    621692076506
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail66,966 miles (+1,347)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,966 miles
    Test number
    350953732959
    • MajorCoil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass65,619 miles (+100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    65,619 miles
    Test number
    940948562272
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail65,519 miles (+1,647)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,519 miles
    Test number
    476379119290
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass63,872 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    63,872 miles
    Test number
    369659727628
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail63,871 miles (+1,689)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,871 miles
    Test number
    924056510323
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass62,182 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    62,182 miles
    Test number
    395643901215
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail62,182 miles (+2,249)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,182 miles
    Test number
    455132259066
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass59,933 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    59,933 miles
    Test number
    362389620036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail59,933 miles (+1,536)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,933 miles
    Test number
    471652348855
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass58,397 miles (+2,297)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    58,397 miles
    Test number
    630979637006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,100 miles (+3,083)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    56,100 miles
    Test number
    733789526871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,017 miles (+2,522)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    53,017 miles
    Test number
    749399594214
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass50,495 miles (+3,309)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    50,495 miles
    Test number
    872342231853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    47,186 miles
    Test number
    197131886875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,186 miles (+2,570)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,186 miles
    Test number
    885503210198
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  18. Pass44,616 miles (+2,630)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    44,616 miles
    Test number
    549605331273
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass41,986 miles (+5,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    41,986 miles
    Test number
    866522984211
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass36,436 miles (+7,270)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    36,436 miles
    Test number
    406647883273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront exhaust support bracket broken

  21. Pass29,166 miles (+5,599)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    29,166 miles
    Test number
    969053692274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,567 miles (+4,513)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    23,567 miles
    Test number
    377024511370
    • NoteCentre exhaust hanger broken

  23. Pass19,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    19,054 miles
    Test number
    634273410376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 WLU

Does LB57 WLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 WLU expired on 17 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 WLU?
The MOT on LB57 WLU expired on 17 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 WLU done?
LB57 WLU was recorded at 67,105 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 3,027 miles a year.
Has LB57 WLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 WLU has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB57 WLU 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 LB57 WLU find?
LB57 WLU failed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 8 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; nearside rear brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and 9 more.

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