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Kia RIO

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,493 cc

A12 LGPMOT history

A12 LGP is a red diesel Kia RIO first used on 12 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 28 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 72,617 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

A12 LGP red Kia Rio – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Rio, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Mar 2027
Mileage
72,617 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,470 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 LGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,493 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 LGP was last recorded at 72,617 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 3,727 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,890 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,727 miles
Average per year
3,470 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,617 miles
  • 2025 – 68,890 miles
  • 2024 – 66,414 miles
  • 2023 – 63,478 miles
  • 2022 – 60,453 miles
  • 2021 – 57,852 miles
  • 2020 – 56,298 miles
  • 2019 – 53,377 miles
  • 2018 – 50,622 miles
  • 2017 – 47,360 miles
  • 2016 – 43,828 miles
  • 2015 – 41,018 miles
  • 2014 – 37,439 miles
  • 2012 – 33,014 miles
  • 2011 – 25,333 miles
  • 2010 – 20,686 miles
  • 2009 – 12,882 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,617 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front tyres Worn on Inner and Outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Moisture inside light cluster
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corroded (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Some Underside components showings signs of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front power steering hose/pipe slightly damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear tyre is stepping

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,617 miles (+3,727)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    72,617 miles
    Test number
    448186465767
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front tyres Worn on Inner and Outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Moisture inside light cluster
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass68,890 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    68,890 miles
    Test number
    828832365351
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail68,873 miles (+2,459)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,873 miles
    Test number
    879976283111
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake insecure Top caliper frame bolt loose (1.1.21 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass66,414 miles (+2,936)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    66,414 miles
    Test number
    810694381251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySome Underside components showings signs of corrosion

  5. Pass63,478 miles (+3,025)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    63,478 miles
    Test number
    197833369412
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front tyres slight wearing on Inner and Outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySome Underside components showings signs of corrosion

  6. Pass60,453 miles (+2,601)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    60,453 miles
    Test number
    763695971061
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass57,852 miles (+1,554)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    57,852 miles
    Test number
    933500414892
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass56,298 miles (+2,921)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    56,298 miles
    Test number
    430455811041
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer CV boot slightly damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front power steering hose/pipe slightly damp

  9. Pass53,377 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    53,377 miles
    Test number
    272900738505
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer c.v boot slightly damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front power steering hose/pipe slightly damp

  10. Fail53,377 miles (+2,755)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,377 miles
    Test number
    497101629771
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer c.v boot slightly damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front power steering hose/pipe slightly damp

  11. Pass50,622 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    50,622 miles
    Test number
    876013709645
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is stepping

  12. Fail50,609 miles (+3,249)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,609 miles
    Test number
    678025969682
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is stepping

  13. Pass47,360 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    47,360 miles
    Test number
    992472270620
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear Tyres worn inner edges and stepping

  14. Fail47,353 miles (+3,525)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,353 miles
    Test number
    267164562777
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear Tyres worn inner edges and stepping

  15. Pass43,828 miles (+2,810)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    43,828 miles
    Test number
    777262460166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle wet when tested

  16. Pass41,018 miles (+3,579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    41,018 miles
    Test number
    368212775085
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass37,439 miles (+4,425)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    37,439 miles
    Test number
    846757984077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,014 miles (+3,664)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    33,014 miles
    Test number
    119603452355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,350 miles (+4,017)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    29,350 miles
    Test number
    739822812099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,333 miles (+4,647)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    25,333 miles
    Test number
    995514611032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,686 miles (+7,804)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    20,686 miles
    Test number
    180955410461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    12,882 miles
    Test number
    681296809096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A12 LGP

Does A12 LGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A12 LGP is valid until 28 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on A12 LGP?
The MOT on A12 LGP is valid until 28 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A12 LGP done?
A12 LGP was recorded at 72,617 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 3,470 miles a year.
Has A12 LGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 LGP has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on A12 LGP 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 A12 LGP find?
A12 LGP passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges, and 6 more.

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