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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,086 cc

LM09 PKAMOT history

LM09 PKA is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 15 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 63,290 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

LM09 PKA blue Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
63,290 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,716 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM09 PKA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
15 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM09 PKA was last recorded at 63,290 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 2,030 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,260 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,030 miles
Average per year
3,716 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,290 miles
  • 2025 – 61,260 miles
  • 2024 – 58,165 miles
  • 2023 – 54,822 miles
  • 2022 – 51,296 miles
  • 2021 – 47,157 miles
  • 2020 – 44,256 miles
  • 2019 – 39,779 miles
  • 2018 – 35,667 miles
  • 2017 – 31,442 miles
  • 2016 – 27,493 miles
  • 2015 – 23,668 miles
  • 2014 – 19,648 miles
  • 2013 – 15,518 miles
  • 2012 – 11,313 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,290 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective x2 AND MINOR EXHAUST LEAK (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge AND CRACKING OVER TREAD (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides ,cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,290 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    63,290 miles
    Test number
    776632237621
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective x2 AND MINOR EXHAUST LEAK (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge AND CRACKING OVER TREAD (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail63,288 miles (+2,028)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,288 miles
    Test number
    933032884415
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective x2 AND MINOR EXHAUST LEAK (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge AND CRACKING OVER TREAD (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass61,260 miles (+3,095)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    61,260 miles
    Test number
    306338538564
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass58,165 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    58,165 miles
    Test number
    293640396828
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides ,cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail58,164 miles (+3,342)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,164 miles
    Test number
    614693106752
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides ,cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass54,822 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    54,822 miles
    Test number
    727123511483
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail54,822 miles (+3,526)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,822 miles
    Test number
    987215893925
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass51,296 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2023
    Odometer
    51,296 miles
    Test number
    618446608922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail51,236 miles (+4,079)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,236 miles
    Test number
    530101727257
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Remove toys from the dashboard (3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass47,157 miles (+2,901)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2022
    Odometer
    47,157 miles
    Test number
    628120810811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,256 miles (+4,477)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2021
    Odometer
    44,256 miles
    Test number
    122499139451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,779 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    39,779 miles
    Test number
    972612010602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail39,778 miles (+4,111)2 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,778 miles
    Test number
    118753543863
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel both rear (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass35,667 miles (+4,225)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    35,667 miles
    Test number
    866657482219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,442 miles (+3,949)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    31,442 miles
    Test number
    151756315938
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass27,493 miles (+3,825)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    27,493 miles
    Test number
    394613103428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    23,668 miles
    Test number
    865413435157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail23,668 miles (+4,020)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,668 miles
    Test number
    219172835187
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass19,648 miles (+4,130)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    19,648 miles
    Test number
    278963224467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,518 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    15,518 miles
    Test number
    556021733169
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail15,518 miles (+4,205)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,518 miles
    Test number
    909221833182
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass11,313 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    11,313 miles
    Test number
    596579512139
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LM09 PKA

Does LM09 PKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM09 PKA is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM09 PKA?
The MOT on LM09 PKA is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM09 PKA done?
LM09 PKA was recorded at 63,290 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 3,716 miles a year.
Has LM09 PKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM09 PKA has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LM09 PKA 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 LM09 PKA find?
LM09 PKA passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: exhaust mounting defective x2 and minor exhaust leak; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides; nearside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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