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Kia Picanto

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,086 cc

LK56 LMJMOT history

LK56 LMJ is a silver petrol Kia Picanto first used on 1 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 65,234 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

LK56 LMJ silver Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
65,234 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,475 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 LMJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 LMJ was last recorded at 65,234 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 840 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
64,394 miles · 31 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
840 miles
Average per year
3,475 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 65,234 miles
  • 2024 – 64,394 miles
  • 2023 – 63,489 miles
  • 2021 – 60,129 miles
  • 2020 – 59,401 miles
  • 2019 – 58,178 miles
  • 2018 – 55,850 miles
  • 2017 – 54,481 miles
  • 2016 – 50,868 miles
  • 2015 – 44,583 miles
  • 2014 – 37,767 miles
  • 2013 – 28,501 miles
  • 2011 – 19,948 miles
  • 2010 – 14,245 miles
  • 2009 – 9,228 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,234 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Side repeater incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,234 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    65,234 miles
    Test number
    527941732079
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail65,231 miles (+837)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,231 miles
    Test number
    967541227832
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass64,394 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    64,394 miles
    Test number
    429817889109
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail64,394 miles (+905)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,394 miles
    Test number
    472454392581
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass63,489 miles (+1,883)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    63,489 miles
    Test number
    488396227607
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass61,606 miles (+1,477)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    61,606 miles
    Test number
    615409049662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass60,129 miles (+728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    60,129 miles
    Test number
    223400033780
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass59,401 miles (+1,223)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    59,401 miles
    Test number
    166491833025
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass58,178 miles (+1,155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    58,178 miles
    Test number
    379638222190
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass57,023 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    57,023 miles
    Test number
    149486862080
    • AdvisoryExhaust leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail57,023 miles (+1,173)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,023 miles
    Test number
    892733447366
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass55,850 miles (+1,369)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    55,850 miles
    Test number
    507437104771
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly Both sides (2.5.B.1b)

  13. Pass54,481 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    54,481 miles
    Test number
    663069415754
    • AdvisoryBoth front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment bothsides

  14. Fail54,481 miles (+3,613)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,481 miles
    Test number
    943899156028
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment bothsides

  15. Pass50,868 miles (+6,285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    50,868 miles
    Test number
    640490723865
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment bothsides (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass44,583 miles (+6,816)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    44,583 miles
    Test number
    346183605055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass37,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    37,767 miles
    Test number
    278056604068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,767 miles (+9,266)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,767 miles
    Test number
    415066004062
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass28,501 miles (+8,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    28,501 miles
    Test number
    157909313464
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass19,948 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    19,948 miles
    Test number
    538964211377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail19,948 miles (+5,703)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,948 miles
    Test number
    405774411397
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass14,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    14,245 miles
    Test number
    444686510444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail14,243 miles (+5,015)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,243 miles
    Test number
    474976610309
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

  24. Pass9,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    9,228 miles
    Test number
    504394919365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK56 LMJ

Does LK56 LMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 LMJ is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK56 LMJ?
The MOT on LK56 LMJ is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK56 LMJ done?
LK56 LMJ was recorded at 65,234 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 3,475 miles a year.
Has LK56 LMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 LMJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LK56 LMJ 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 LK56 LMJ find?
LK56 LMJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front lower oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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