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Kia Picanto

Pink · Petrol · 2016 · 1,248 cc

LM16 VCTMOT history

LM16 VCT is a pink petrol Kia Picanto first used on 30 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 25,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

LM16 VCT pink Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
25,747 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,929 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 VCT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Pink
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 VCT was last recorded at 25,747 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
25,737 miles · 2 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
2,929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 25,747 miles
  • 2025 – 23,820 miles
  • 2024 – 22,428 miles
  • 2023 – 20,266 miles
  • 2022 – 15,763 miles
  • 2021 – 12,318 miles
  • 2020 – 8,422 miles
  • 2019 – 5,392 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass25,747 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing DOT 3017 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 27 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass25,747 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    25,747 miles
    Test number
    269725197828
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing DOT 3017 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail25,737 miles (+1,917)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,737 miles
    Test number
    664892417412
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing DOT 3017 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass23,820 miles (+1,392)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    23,820 miles
    Test number
    529007056604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass22,428 miles (+38)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    22,428 miles
    Test number
    254380892667
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail22,390 miles (+2,124)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,390 miles
    Test number
    798423048018
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre inner also bald 1656014 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass20,266 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    20,266 miles
    Test number
    363742838329
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail20,266 miles (+4,503)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,266 miles
    Test number
    414427536987
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass15,763 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    15,763 miles
    Test number
    581357462788
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also has deep cuts 1656014 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also has 2 nails and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail15,763 miles (+3,445)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,763 miles
    Test number
    939809314121
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also has deep cuts 1656014 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also has 2 nails and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass12,318 miles (+3,896)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    12,318 miles
    Test number
    622696480263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1656014 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass8,422 miles (+3,030)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    8,422 miles
    Test number
    591913900038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass5,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    5,392 miles
    Test number
    307229698561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM16 VCT

Does LM16 VCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 VCT is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 VCT?
The MOT on LM16 VCT is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM16 VCT done?
LM16 VCT was recorded at 25,747 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 2,929 miles a year.
Has LM16 VCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 VCT has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LM16 VCT 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 LM16 VCT find?
LM16 VCT passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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