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Kia Picanto

Yellow · Petrol · 2016 · 998 cc

LM16 VEBMOT history

LM16 VEB is a yellow petrol Kia Picanto first used on 10 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 37,088 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

LM16 VEB yellow Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
37,088 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 VEB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
10 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 VEB was last recorded at 37,088 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 1,578 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,510 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,578 miles
Average per year
2,481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 37,088 miles
  • 2025 – 35,510 miles
  • 2024 – 33,985 miles
  • 2023 – 32,556 miles
  • 2022 – 31,370 miles
  • 2021 – 27,120 miles
  • 2020 – 24,393 miles
  • 2019 – 19,982 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,088 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear flexible hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush separating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear flexible hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush separating (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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes and flexible hose ferrules covered in grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material through inner wing.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material through inner wing.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

11 tests since 8 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,088 miles (+1,578)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    37,088 miles
    Test number
    386324650715
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear flexible hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush separating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear flexible hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush separating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass35,510 miles (+1,525)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    35,510 miles
    Test number
    283244099755
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all flexible hose ferrules showing slight corosion (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass33,985 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    33,985 miles
    Test number
    953855401107
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes and flexible hose ferrules covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail33,953 miles (+1,397)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,953 miles
    Test number
    916647841080
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall bulged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes and flexible hose ferrules covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass32,556 miles (+17)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    32,556 miles
    Test number
    437712287560
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material through inner wing. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material through inner wing. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail32,539 miles (+1,169)3 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,539 miles
    Test number
    125462703879
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material through inner wing. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material through inner wing. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass31,370 miles (+4,250)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    31,370 miles
    Test number
    592268904623
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass27,120 miles (+2,727)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    27,120 miles
    Test number
    890461273196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass24,393 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    24,393 miles
    Test number
    399432483458
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail24,393 miles (+4,411)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,393 miles
    Test number
    996893062242
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass19,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    19,982 miles
    Test number
    142609459778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM16 VEB

Does LM16 VEB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 VEB is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 VEB?
The MOT on LM16 VEB is valid until 27 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 VEB done?
LM16 VEB was recorded at 37,088 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 2,481 miles a year.
Has LM16 VEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 VEB has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LM16 VEB 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 VEB find?
LM16 VEB passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 10 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear flexible hoses, and 7 more.

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