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Kia Picanto

Red · Petrol · 2010 · 1,086 cc

T555 AYLMOT history

T555 AYL is a red petrol Kia Picanto first used on 12 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 101,477 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
101,477 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,963 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T555 AYL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
12 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T555 AYL was last recorded at 101,477 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 7,074 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,403 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
7,074 miles
Average per year
7,963 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,477 miles
  • 2024 – 94,403 miles
  • 2023 – 86,868 miles
  • 2022 – 78,520 miles
  • 2021 – 76,125 miles
  • 2020 – 58,573 miles
  • 2019 – 46,619 miles
  • 2018 – 39,182 miles
  • 2017 – 32,798 miles
  • 2016 – 24,445 miles
  • 2015 – 16,010 miles
  • 2014 – 9,380 miles
  • 2013 – 5,462 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,477 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside corroded but not excessively (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer groove 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer groove 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Cv boot perished

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 14 Oct 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,477 miles (+7,074)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    101,477 miles
    Test number
    137947189520
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside corroded but not excessively (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer groove 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer groove 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass94,403 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    94,403 miles
    Test number
    862282498029
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Cv boot perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Fail94,403 miles (+7,535)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,403 miles
    Test number
    466347653828
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine Leaking from sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Cv boot perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass86,868 miles (+8,348)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    86,868 miles
    Test number
    595853541618
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySump corroded and leaving
  5. Pass78,520 miles (+2,395)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    78,520 miles
    Test number
    510759927519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    76,125 miles
    Test number
    364362341963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail76,125 miles (+17,552)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,125 miles
    Test number
    402070953093
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper
  8. Pass58,573 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    58,573 miles
    Test number
    223773353698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail58,568 miles (+11,949)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,568 miles
    Test number
    250837591037
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass46,619 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    46,619 miles
    Test number
    355455456992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail46,618 miles (+5)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,618 miles
    Test number
    642716437073
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  12. Fail46,613 miles (+7,431)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,613 miles
    Test number
    731365423716
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition front pipe (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass39,182 miles (+6,384)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    39,182 miles
    Test number
    463980343462
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  14. Pass32,798 miles (+8,353)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    32,798 miles
    Test number
    195909989894
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged ABS Target ring cracked (3.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Pass24,445 miles (+8,435)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    24,445 miles
    Test number
    994422668293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,010 miles (+6,630)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    16,010 miles
    Test number
    675508083507
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass9,380 miles (+3,918)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    9,380 miles
    Test number
    305767484226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass5,462 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    5,462 miles
    Test number
    109217983259
    • NoteRear wiper torn

Questions about T555 AYL

Does T555 AYL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T555 AYL is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T555 AYL?
The MOT on T555 AYL is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T555 AYL done?
T555 AYL was recorded at 101,477 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 7,963 miles a year.
Has T555 AYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T555 AYL has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T555 AYL 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 T555 AYL find?
T555 AYL passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside corroded but not excessively; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer groove 2mm; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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