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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 999 cc

LG56 SWUMOT history

LG56 SWU is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 1 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 79,549 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

LG56 SWU blue Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
79,549 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG56 SWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG56 SWU was last recorded at 79,549 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 1,005 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,544 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,005 miles
Average per year
3,447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,549 miles
  • 2025 – 78,544 miles
  • 2024 – 77,277 miles
  • 2023 – 75,157 miles
  • 2022 – 72,391 miles
  • 2021 – 70,703 miles
  • 2020 – 68,456 miles
  • 2019 – 65,080 miles
  • 2018 – 60,682 miles
  • 2017 – 56,975 miles
  • 2016 – 52,389 miles
  • 2015 – 47,591 miles
  • 2014 – 42,789 miles
  • 2013 – 38,711 miles
  • 2012 – 33,678 miles
  • 2011 – 30,227 miles
  • 2010 – 28,852 miles
  • 2009 – 22,731 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,549 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,549 miles (+1,005)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    79,549 miles
    Test number
    537360209379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass78,544 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    78,544 miles
    Test number
    177742802877
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail78,540 miles (+1,263)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,540 miles
    Test number
    574155131477
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass77,277 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    77,277 miles
    Test number
    895161459709
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail77,276 miles (+2,119)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,276 miles
    Test number
    194356588289
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass75,157 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    75,157 miles
    Test number
    664988080227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail75,153 miles (+2,762)2 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,153 miles
    Test number
    594164696729
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  8. Pass72,391 miles (+1,688)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    72,391 miles
    Test number
    679858077045
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass70,703 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    70,703 miles
    Test number
    761133347289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail70,698 miles (+2,242)1 dangerous1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,698 miles
    Test number
    461710345292
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

  11. Pass68,456 miles (+3,376)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    68,456 miles
    Test number
    323083062519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,080 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    65,080 miles
    Test number
    440079131849
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail65,077 miles (+4,395)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,077 miles
    Test number
    267874644484
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass60,682 miles (+3,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    60,682 miles
    Test number
    868951163171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass56,975 miles (+4,586)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    56,975 miles
    Test number
    525447851504
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass52,389 miles (+4,798)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    52,389 miles
    Test number
    951677780815
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass47,591 miles (+4,802)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    47,591 miles
    Test number
    666479285049
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  18. Pass42,789 miles (+4,078)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    42,789 miles
    Test number
    467370794092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    38,711 miles
    Test number
    679788693076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail38,710 miles (+5,032)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,710 miles
    Test number
    805188293033
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass33,678 miles (+3,451)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    33,678 miles
    Test number
    588633892080
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOsr and nsr wheels tight to turn

  22. Fail30,227 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,227 miles
    Test number
    285421901112
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass30,227 miles (+1,375)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    30,227 miles
    Test number
    925451301110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,852 miles (+6,121)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    28,852 miles
    Test number
    272936640245
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wall slightly cracking.
    • NoteUnable to veiw front & rear brake pads.

  25. Pass22,731 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    22,731 miles
    Test number
    854669939241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LG56 SWU

Does LG56 SWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG56 SWU is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG56 SWU?
The MOT on LG56 SWU is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG56 SWU done?
LG56 SWU was recorded at 79,549 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 3,447 miles a year.
Has LG56 SWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG56 SWU has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LG56 SWU 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 LG56 SWU find?
LG56 SWU passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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