2006 KIA Picanto 1.1L Petrol · LC56 GJU
2006 KIA Picanto (1.1L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 42,691 miles. MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- KIA PICANTO
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 42,691 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LC56 GJU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/07/2026
- 42,691 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LC56 GJU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Kia Picanto (LC56 GJU) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front flexi and back box broken (8.2.1.1 (b))”; “Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (5.2.3 (e))”; “Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.
LC56 GJU Mileage History
- 12/07/202335,738 mi
- 06/07/202437,579 mi+1,841 mi
- 07/07/202539,956 mi+2,377 mi
- 10/07/202539,962 mi+6 mi
- 11/07/202642,691 mi+2,729 mi
Average of roughly 2,319 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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