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Kia Picanto

Orange · Petrol · 2004 · 1,099 cc

LM54 OYBMOT history

LM54 OYB is an orange petrol Kia Picanto first used on 31 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 73,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

LM54 OYB orange 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
73,844 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,288 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 OYB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,099 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 OYB was last recorded at 73,844 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 59 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jan 2014: 10,822 miles, lower than 36,724 miles on 10 Jan 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
73,785 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
59 miles
Average per year
3,288 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,844 miles
  • 2025 – 73,785 miles
  • 2024 – 73,375 miles
  • 2023 – 71,877 miles
  • 2022 – 69,574 miles
  • 2021 – 67,977 miles
  • 2020 – 66,736 miles
  • 2019 – 63,094 miles
  • 2018 – 58,981 miles
  • 2017 – 54,285 miles
  • 2016 – 49,338 miles
  • 2015 – 45,562 miles
  • 2014 – 10,822 miles
  • 2013 – 36,724 miles
  • 2012 – 31,853 miles
  • 2011 – 26,830 miles
  • 2010 – 22,502 miles
  • 2009 – 18,540 miles
  • 2008 – 14,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,844 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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.

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,844 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    73,844 miles
    Test number
    263916057689
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail73,844 miles (+59)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,844 miles
    Test number
    802236556489
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass73,785 miles (+410)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    73,785 miles
    Test number
    733447392963
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass73,375 miles (+1,498)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    73,375 miles
    Test number
    644578670038
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass71,877 miles (+2,303)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    71,877 miles
    Test number
    375159035789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,574 miles (+1,597)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    69,574 miles
    Test number
    593218203917
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output bothsides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass67,977 miles (+1,241)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    67,977 miles
    Test number
    204921619035
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass66,736 miles (+3,642)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,736 miles
    Test number
    677173187605
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass63,094 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    63,094 miles
    Test number
    227017971239
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail63,092 miles (+4,111)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,092 miles
    Test number
    259687506284
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass58,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    58,981 miles
    Test number
    709522763380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail58,981 miles (+4,696)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,981 miles
    Test number
    239751977743
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass54,285 miles (+4,947)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    54,285 miles
    Test number
    628760256361
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass49,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    49,338 miles
    Test number
    518664480941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail49,338 miles (+3,776)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,338 miles
    Test number
    484937649701
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Pass45,562 miles (+34,740)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    45,562 miles
    Test number
    676919205032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass10,822 miles (-25,902)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    10,822 miles
    Test number
    259529204064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,724 miles (+4,871)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    36,724 miles
    Test number
    955660313026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,853 miles (+5,023)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    31,853 miles
    Test number
    126166502065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,830 miles (+4,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    26,830 miles
    Test number
    695207401046
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass22,502 miles (+3,962)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    22,502 miles
    Test number
    604234900022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,540 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    18,540 miles
    Test number
    794652809059
    • NoteUnable to check outer sill fully plastic covers

  23. Fail18,540 miles (+3,973)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,540 miles
    Test number
    892292009081
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteUnable to check outer sill fully plastic covers

  24. Pass14,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    14,567 miles
    Test number
    723032908013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail14,560 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,560 miles
    Test number
    593192208029
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM54 OYB

Does LM54 OYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 OYB is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 OYB?
The MOT on LM54 OYB 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 LM54 OYB done?
LM54 OYB was recorded at 73,844 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 3,288 miles a year.
Has LM54 OYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 OYB has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LM54 OYB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Jan 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM54 OYB find?
LM54 OYB passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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