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Kia Picanto

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,099 cc

LC55 USBMOT history

LC55 USB is a silver petrol Kia Picanto first used on 8 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 101,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

LC55 USB silver Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
101,394 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,748 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 USB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,099 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC55 USB was last recorded at 101,394 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 1,765 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,629 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,765 miles
Average per year
4,748 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,394 miles
  • 2025 – 99,629 miles
  • 2024 – 98,330 miles
  • 2023 – 96,702 miles
  • 2022 – 93,198 miles
  • 2021 – 90,980 miles
  • 2020 – 88,792 miles
  • 2019 – 85,750 miles
  • 2017 – 80,897 miles
  • 2016 – 73,867 miles
  • 2015 – 66,951 miles
  • 2014 – 59,077 miles
  • 2013 – 53,045 miles
  • 2012 – 46,895 miles
  • 2011 – 38,261 miles
  • 2010 – 31,704 miles
  • 2009 – 25,466 miles
  • 2008 – 19,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,394 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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 Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,394 miles (+1,765)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    101,394 miles
    Test number
    402008503602
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass99,629 miles (+1,299)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    99,629 miles
    Test number
    943232994454
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass98,330 miles (+1,628)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    98,330 miles
    Test number
    867099337338
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass96,702 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    96,702 miles
    Test number
    789689657076
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail96,702 miles (+3,504)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,702 miles
    Test number
    515444207277
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Size 165/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass93,198 miles (+2,218)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    93,198 miles
    Test number
    310293270612
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratched. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Treads starting to crack. Tyre size 165/60/14. (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass90,980 miles (+2,188)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    90,980 miles
    Test number
    653727499741
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre scrubbing out on inner edge and cracking in tread area
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexy pipe in poor condition and starting to separate from exhaust

  8. Pass88,792 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    88,792 miles
    Test number
    625567523496
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn low on inner edge

  9. Fail88,792 miles (+3,042)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,792 miles
    Test number
    715281219158
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn low on inner edge

  10. Pass85,750 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    85,750 miles
    Test number
    745571856156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail85,750 miles (+4,853)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,750 miles
    Test number
    470470438874
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre size 165/60/14 (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))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass80,897 miles (+7,030)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    80,897 miles
    Test number
    352910198495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer edge low. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass73,867 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    73,867 miles
    Test number
    551226612752
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen scratched.

  14. Fail73,867 miles (+6,916)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,867 miles
    Test number
    625985214398
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tyre size 165/60/14 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen scratched.

  15. Pass66,951 miles (+7,874)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    66,951 miles
    Test number
    476455107548
    • AdvisoryItems removed prior to test.

  16. Pass59,077 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    59,077 miles
    Test number
    506048714366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail59,077 miles (+6,032)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,077 miles
    Test number
    328578014365
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass53,045 miles (+6,150)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    53,045 miles
    Test number
    125643533316
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread cut not deep enough to see ply/cord

  19. Pass46,895 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    46,895 miles
    Test number
    107250142350
    • NoteFront brake discs worn/lipped
    • NoteRear wiper split

  20. Fail46,895 miles (+8,634)1 dangerous5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,895 miles
    Test number
    835370042381
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn/lipped
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn v/low on inner tread area
    • NoteO/s/f tyre scrubbed ouyt on inner tread area
    • NoteRear wiper split
    • NoteRecommend tracking check/adjustment

  21. Pass38,261 miles (+6,557)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    38,261 miles
    Test number
    779763611319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,704 miles (+6,238)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    31,704 miles
    Test number
    572367420383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    25,466 miles
    Test number
    453880939489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail25,466 miles (+6,021)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,466 miles
    Test number
    464108829381
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass19,445 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    19,445 miles
    Test number
    920036038360
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LC55 USB

Does LC55 USB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC55 USB is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC55 USB?
The MOT on LC55 USB is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC55 USB done?
LC55 USB was recorded at 101,394 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 4,748 miles a year.
Has LC55 USB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 USB has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LC55 USB 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 LC55 USB find?
LC55 USB passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; coil spring corroded all4; front upper macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened both, and 9 more.

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